Grilled Beef Brats Sauerkraut (Printable Version)
Tender grilled beef bratwursts served with tangy sauerkraut, mustard, and toasted soft buns.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 4 beef bratwurst sausages
→ Bread
02 - 4 brat or hot dog buns
→ Toppings
03 - 1 1/2 cups sauerkraut, drained
04 - 4 tbsp whole grain or spicy brown mustard
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
→ Garnishes
06 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
→ Condiments
07 - Butter or oil, for toasting buns (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat grill to medium heat (approximately 350°F).
02 - Place beef bratwursts on the grill. Cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and heated through, about 12-15 minutes.
03 - Lightly brush the inside of the buns with butter or oil and toast them cut-side down on the grill until golden, about 2 minutes.
04 - Warm the sauerkraut in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave until heated through.
05 - Place each grilled bratwurst in a toasted bun. Top generously with sauerkraut and a tablespoon of mustard. Add sliced red onion and parsley if desired.
06 - Serve immediately while hot for best results.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It delivers that perfect combination of juicy, smoky, and tangy in every single bite
- The whole meal comes together in under thirty minutes with minimal prep work
- These brats have saved many impromptu weeknight dinners when we needed something satisfying fast
02 -
- I once rushed the grill and ended up with burnt outsides and cold centers, so patience really pays off here
- Warming the sauerkraut instead of serving it cold completely transforms how it meshes with the meat
03 -
- Start brats over indirect heat then finish directly over flames for crispy skin without burning
- Let the sausages rest for a couple of minutes before serving so the juices redistribute