Bratwurst and Sauerkraut Recipe
Bratwurst and Sauerkraut is an easy, flavorful, and comforting combination of simple ingredients like German-style bratwurst, tangy sauerkraut, onion, and sweet apple - a daring combination of flavors with incredibly delicious results.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 Bratwurst sausage
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
- 1 large apple cored and sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can sauerkraut well drained (or 2 cups homemade sauerkraut)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the Bratwurst and brown for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides. Remove the sausages from the pan and set them aside.
- Return the pan to medium heat and add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted, add the sliced onion and apple to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion and apples have softened.
- Stir in the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds or until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add the drained sauerkraut to the pan, stir in the sugar and salt, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Nestle the Bratwurst into the sauerkraut mixture, reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sausages are cooked through and the sauerkraut has reduced a bit.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before garnishing with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- Transfer leftover bratwurst to an airtight container and keep them stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Bratwurst should be cooked until the internal temperature registers 160 degrees F.
- The apples are optional. This recipe is delicious served with a side of Dijon mustard and homemade applesauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 1081mg | Potassium: 383mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg
