Brined Bratwurst Recipe - Juicy and Flavorful Sausages

This brined bratwurst recipe will make your taste buds dance with delight. The sausages are brined to perfection, resulting in juicy and flavorful bites. With a blend of herbs, spices, and a touch of sweetness, these bratwursts are a must-try. Serve them with sauerkraut, mustard, and your favorite bread for a delicious meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of bratwurst sausages
• 4 cups of water
• 1/4 cup of kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon of whole peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon of mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon of coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon of fennel seeds
• 1 tablespoon of dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon of dried rosemary
• 1 tablespoon of dried sage
• 1 large onion, sliced

Directions

1. In a large pot, combine water, kosher salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried sage, and sliced onion.
2. Bring the brine mixture to a boil, stirring until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
3. Place the bratwurst sausages in a resealable plastic bag or a container large enough to hold them. Pour the cooled brine over the sausages, making sure they are fully submerged.
4. Seal the bag or cover the container and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or up to 24 hours.
5. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
6. Remove the bratwurst sausages from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels.
7. Grill the bratwursts for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
8. Remove the bratwursts from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the bratwursts with sauerkraut, mustard, and your favorite bread. Enjoy!

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