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Four cooked sausages in onion gravy in a black cast iron skillet on a white surface.

Oma's Beer Braised Bratwurst

Chef Jenn
German Beer Braised Brats are slow cooked with onions, beer, and mustard to create a tender, juicy dish that is simple to prepare and always crowd-pleasing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, German
Servings 6 servings
Calories 362 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 6 bratwurst sausages
  • 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 12 ounces beer pilsner or lager
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon German mustard
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper
  • fresh parsley optional for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and heat the olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until caramelized, stirring with a wooden spoon. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes more.
  • Place the brats into the onions. Pour in the beer and broth, then whisk in the mustard with a silicone whisk. Season lightly.
  • Bring to a simmer, then bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove the brats and cover them with foil. Reduce the remaining liquid on the stovetop until it is either saucy or thickened.
  • Serve hot with the caramelized onions and garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Pick a beer you enjoy drinking, since the flavor will come through in the dish.
  • If you prefer spiciness, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking the onions.
  • For a deeper flavor, sear the brats in the pot for 2 to 3 minutes per side before braising.
  • Leftover brats make delicious sandwiches the following day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 14gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 718mgPotassium: 315mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg

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Keyword beer brats and onions, braised bratwurst recipe, Dutch oven bratwurst, Midwestern brats
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