Bratwurst is a type of German sausage, typically made from smoked pork. There are dozens of bratwurst recipes in Germany. This recipe, which cooks the sausage in beer, originates in Wisconsin. Germans are Wisconsin’s largest ethnic group, with nearly half of all Wisconsin residents reporting German ancestry. Cooked bratwursts are enjoyed sliced as a snack or as part of a meal with side dishes. Try serving this dish with sautéed peppers and onions for extra flavor.
Recipe Servings: 10
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
Directions
- Poke the sausages several times with a fork.
- Place sausages in a large cooking pot over medium heat.
- Add the onions, butter, and beer.
- Let simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high, and oil the grill grate.
- Cook bratwurst on preheated grill for 10–14 minutes, turning so the sausages brown evenly.
- Serve hot on hoagie rolls. Top with sautéed peppers and onions if desired.
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