Low Sodium Beer Brats
Enjoy a guilt-free twist on a tailgate classic with these flavorful Low Sodium Beer Brats! Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this recipe combines juicy, low sodium bratwurst with a rich beer bath infused with aromatic garlic, fresh thyme, and golden sautéed onions. Finished on the grill for that irresistible smoky char, these tender brats are served on toasted whole-grain buns and topped with low sodium mustard, offering a bold yet balanced flavor. Optional sauerkraut adds a tangy kick without overloading on sodium. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for game day, backyard barbecues, or casual family dinners where taste and health go hand-in-hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 pieces low sodium bratwurst sausages
- 12 ounces low sodium beer
- 1 large onion
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 5 pieces whole grain buns
- 0.25 cup mustard (low sodium)
- 0.5 cup sauerkraut (optional, low sodium)
Instructions
Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot or skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the pot and saute for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Place the low sodium bratwurst sausages into the pot and pour in the low sodium beer.
Add the fresh thyme sprigs and fresh ground black pepper to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and let the brats cook in the beer bath for about 15 minutes.
While the brats are simmering, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
After simmering, remove the brats from the pot and place them on the preheated grill.
Grill the brats for about 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned and have grill marks.
Toast the whole grain buns on the grill for a minute or two until lightly crispy.
Serve the beer brats on the toasted buns, topped with mustard and sauerkraut if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.9 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.6 g | 283% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 362 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3483 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.0 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 113.1 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 498 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2306 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
