Midwestern Style Beer Brats

Savor the authentic taste of the heartland with Midwestern Style Beer Brats, a beloved cookout classic that combines simple ingredients and bold flavors. These juicy bratwurst sausages are simmered in a rich bath of lager-style beer, golden sautéed onions, and garlic, infusing each bite with a robust, savory essence. After a quick turn on the grill for smoky char marks, the brats are nestled into toasted buns and topped with caramelized onions, tangy mustard, or zesty sauerkraut for a perfect balance of flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for summer barbecues, game day parties, and family gatherings. Whether enjoyed with a frosty beer or your favorite side dishes, these beer-soaked brats are the ultimate tribute to Midwest comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bratwurst sausages
• 24 ounces lager-style beer
• 2 medium yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 6 pieces hot dog buns or brat rolls
• 0 to taste mustard (optional, for serving)
• 0 to taste sauerkraut (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the yellow onions into thin rings and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large skillet or a shallow pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften and turn translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper to the onions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Carefully pour the lager-style beer into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Nestle the bratwurst sausages into the beer and onion mixture, ensuring they are mostly submerged. Simmer on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the brats are fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F).

Step 7

Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 8

Using tongs, remove the brats from the beer mixture and transfer them to the grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until the brats are golden brown and lightly charred.

Step 9

Toast the hot dog buns or brat rolls on the grill for 1-2 minutes, if desired.

Step 10

Serve the beer brats immediately on the toasted buns, topped with the sautéed onions and your choice of mustard and/or sauerkraut.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1764.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3027.6

Total Fat 188.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 446.0mg	0%
Sodium 8359.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 103.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 416.9mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2103.5mg	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: 58.6%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 27.2%