Grilled Beef Brats Sauerkraut (Printable Version)
Tender grilled beef brats topped with sauerkraut and mustard on soft toasted buns.
# What You'll 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
→ Garnishes
06 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
→ Condiments
07 - Butter or oil, for toasting buns
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350°F / 175°C).
02 - Place the beef bratwursts on the grill. Cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and heated through, about 12-15 minutes.
03 - During the last 2 minutes, lightly brush the inside of the buns with butter or oil and toast them cut-side down on the grill until golden.
04 - Warm the sauerkraut in a small pan over low heat or in the microwave.
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.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The combination of tangy sauerkraut and robust mustard cuts through the rich beef perfectly
- Ready in under 30 minutes but tastes like you spent all day planning
- Crowd-pleasing comfort food that works for everything from weeknight dinners to game day
02 -
- Starting brats over indirect heat then finishing over direct heat prevents bursting while still getting that crispy exterior
- Room temperature sausages grill more evenly than cold ones, so let them sit out for 20 minutes before cooking
03 -
- Let grilled brats rest for 2-3 minutes before serving so the juices redistribute evenly
- If it's raining or you don't have a grill, a cast iron skillet works surprisingly well