Grilled Beer Braised Bratwursts with Cranberry Pickle Chutney

Sink your teeth into these Grilled Beer Braised Bratwursts with Cranberry Pickle Chutney—a smoky, savory, and slightly tangy taste sensation perfect for grilling season. This recipe combines juicy bratwursts simmered in a rich beer and onion mixture, expertly finished on the grill for a satisfying char. The unexpected star is the homemade cranberry pickle chutney, a zesty blend of tart cranberries, sweet red onions, and tangy pickling spices, adding a unique burst of flavor to every bite. Served on toasty buns and garnished with parsley, this dish is an elevated twist on classic comfort food. Ideal for cookouts, game days, or casual gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of hearty, flavor-packed meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Bratwursts
• 2 cups Beer (lager or ale)
• 2 medium, thinly sliced Yellow onions
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 cup Cranberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 small (diced) Red onion
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Pickling spice
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 pieces Hot dog buns or crusty rolls
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the yellow onions and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 4–5 minutes.

Step 2

Step 2: Add the bratwursts to the skillet, nestling them among the onions. Pour the beer over the bratwursts, ensuring they are mostly submerged. Add the bay leaves and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 3

Step 3: Cover the skillet and simmer the bratwursts on low heat for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally. Once cooked through, remove the bratwursts from the skillet and set aside. Reserve the onions and discard the bay leaves.

Step 4

Step 4: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the bratwursts for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they develop a nice char. Meanwhile, lightly toast the buns or rolls on the grill for 1–2 minutes.

Step 5

Step 5: While the brats are grilling, prepare the Cranberry Pickle Chutney. In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, red onion, sugar, pickling spice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.

Step 6

Step 6: Remove the chutney from heat and let it cool slightly. Remove any large pickling spices if desired.

Step 7

Step 7: To assemble, place a grilled bratwurst into each toasted bun. Top generously with the reserved beer-braised onions and a spoonful of Cranberry Pickle Chutney. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 8

Step 8: Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1983.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3483.6

Total Fat 187.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 482.0mg	0%
Sodium 7990.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 140.6g
Protein 104.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 538.2mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 2210.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 38.2%