Beer Simmered Brats Recipe

Elevate your next barbecue with these incredible Beer Simmered Brats! Inspired by a viral commercial, this recipe delivers juicy, flavorful brats that will be the star of your cookout. Tender brats simmered in beer and onions, then grilled to perfection – get ready for rave reviews! Serve on buns with your favorite toppings for a crowd-pleasing dish.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 253.6 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.5 (23 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Simmered Brats

  • 12 ounces beer
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 pound bratwurst sausages
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 4-5 hoagie rolls
  • prepared mustard, for serving

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How to Make Beer Simmered Brats

  1. Prepare your grill for direct grilling and preheat to medium-high heat.
  2. In a medium pot, combine 12 ounces of beer (any kind you enjoy!), 1 teaspoon of your favorite seasoning blend (e.g., garlic powder, onion powder, paprika), 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and 1 pound of bratwurst sausages.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer; do not boil.
  4. Simmer the brats for 6-8 minutes, or until they are partially cooked. Do not let them boil, or they may burst.
  5. Carefully remove the brats from the pot using a slotted spoon. Drain well, reserving the onions and beer liquid.
  6. Place the brats on the preheated grill, positioning them parallel to the grates.
  7. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160-165°F (71-74°C).
  8. Serve the brats immediately on buns with the reserved onions and your favorite mustard or toppings. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

1g

Carbs

12g