This grilled beer brats recipe is a classic American dish that combines juicy bratwurst sausages with onions, peppers, and mustard. The brats are simmered in beer before being grilled to perfection, giving them a delicious flavor. Serve them on bun and top it with your favorite condiments for a mouthwatering meal.
Ingredients
- 6 bratwurst sausages
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup beer
- 6 hot dog buns
- Mustard, for serving
Directions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook until they are soft and slightly caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.
- Season the bratwurst sausages with the spice mixture.
- Add the seasoned bratwurst sausages to the pot with the onions and peppers. Pour the beer over the sausages. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the bratwurst sausages from the pot and transfer them to the grill. Grill the sausages for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are evenly browned and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, place the hot dog buns on the grill to lightly toast.
- Remove the sausages and buns from the grill.
- Serve the grilled beer brats on the toasted buns, topped with the caramelized onions and peppers. Serve with mustard on the side.
Interesting Facts
The tradition of simmering bratwurst in beer before grilling them is believed to have originated in Wisconsin, hence the name 'On Wisconsin Beer Brats'.
Bratwurst sausages are a popular German sausage made from a mixture of pork, beef, or veal, and are often flavored with spices such as nutmeg, ginger, and coriander.
The combination of the beer, onions, and peppers give the brats a rich and savory flavor.
Grilling the brats adds a smoky and charred taste to the sausages, enhancing their flavor even more.
Mustard is a classic condiment for bratwurst and adds a tangy and slightly spicy element to the dish.