Vegetarian Beer Brats

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this flavorful recipe for Vegetarian Beer Brats, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Juicy vegetarian bratwurst sausages are simmered in a rich blend of dark beer, caramelized onions, garlic, and vegetable broth to infuse them with bold, savory flavors. The dish is then elevated with a buttery, beer-reduced onion topping that perfectly complements the grilled or pan-fried brats. Quick to prepare and packed with hearty goodness, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, tailgating parties, or backyard barbecues. Serve these brats nestled in soft buns and customize with your favorite condiments for a satisfying main course even meat-lovers will adore. Perfect for vegetarians and beer aficionados alike, these easy, crowd-pleasing beer brats will become a regular on your menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Vegetarian bratwurst sausages
• 12 ounces Dark beer
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 pieces Bratwurst buns

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent and start to caramelize.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in 12 ounces of dark beer and 1 cup of vegetable broth into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the vegetarian bratwurst sausages to the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sausages simmer for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors, turning occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.

Step 9

Increase the heat to medium-high and continue to cook the beer-onion mixture until it reduces by half, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 10

Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.

Step 11

Grill or pan-fry the bratwurst sausages for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned to your liking.

Step 12

Place each bratwurst sausage in a bratwurst bun and top with the beer-onion mixture.

Step 13

Serve hot with your choice of condiments or sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1369.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2162.7

Total Fat 97.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 4906.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 26.1g
Protein 80.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 497.1mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 1850.8mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 40.5%