Beer-Braised Bratwursts with Onion

Health score
4%
Beer-Braised Bratwursts with Onion
90 min.
12
454kcal

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Indulge in the hearty flavors of our Beer-Braised Bratwursts with Onion, a dish that perfectly marries the rich taste of bratwursts with the robust notes of brown ale. This recipe is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings the warmth of a cozy gathering right to your table. Imagine the aroma of sizzling bratwursts mingling with the sweet scent of caramelizing onions, creating a mouthwatering symphony that will have everyone eagerly anticipating dinner.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish serves up to 12 people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, game day celebrations, or any occasion where good food and great company come together. The combination of spices, including mustard and caraway seeds, adds a delightful depth of flavor, while the dark brown sugar balances the savory elements with a hint of sweetness.

As you braise the bratwursts in the beer, they become tender and infused with the rich, malty flavors of the ale, ensuring each bite is a burst of deliciousness. Serve them in toasted hoagie rolls, topped with the caramelized onions and a dollop of your favorite mustard for a truly satisfying meal. Get ready to impress your guests and elevate your cooking game with this delightful recipe that celebrates the best of comfort food!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces ale such as newcastle
  • 12 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 12  bratwurst uncooked
  • teaspoons brown mustard seeds black
  • teaspoon caraway seeds 
  • tablespoon t brown sugar dark
  • 12 servings kosher salt 
  • 12  portugese rolls toasted
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()
  • medium onion white yellow sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rings

Equipment

  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin
  • dutch oven
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Place the mustard seeds and caraway seeds in a small resealable plastic bag and crush them with a meat mallet or rolling pin.Melt the butter in a Dutch oven or a large, wide, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until foaming.
  2. Add 6 of the bratwursts and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes total.
  3. Remove to a plate and repeat with the remaining 6 bratwursts.Reduce the heat to low, add the crushed seed mixture, onions, and brown sugar, and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and are beginning to brown, about 40 minutes.
  4. Add the reserved bratwursts and any accumulated juices, nestling the brats in the onions.
  5. Pour in the beer and braise the bratwursts, turning once, until they are completely cooked through, about 30 minutes.
  6. Place a bratwurst in each bun and serve with the onions and mustard on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories454kcal
Protein13.47%
Fat51.31%
Carbs35.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.71
Glycemic Load
24.47
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
11.068260856297%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.59mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:454.36kcal
22.72%
Fat:25.32g
38.95%
Saturated Fat:9.01g
56.32%
Carbohydrates:39.11g
13.04%
Net Carbohydrates:37.49g
13.63%
Sugar:6.47g
7.19%
Cholesterol:58.87mg
19.62%
Sodium:1047.75mg
45.55%
Alcohol:1.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.7%
100%
Protein:14.96g
29.92%
Iron:11.11mg
61.73%
Selenium:26.63µg
38.04%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.21%
Vitamin B3:3.36mg
16.78%
Phosphorus:151.63mg
15.16%
Zinc:2.21mg
14.74%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.17%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.92%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.26%
Potassium:283.68mg
8.11%
Fiber:1.62g
6.49%
Vitamin D:0.8µg
5.31%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.93%
Magnesium:19.16mg
4.79%
Copper:0.09mg
4.26%
Calcium:36.03mg
3.6%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.18%
Vitamin K:2.85µg
2.71%
Vitamin C:2.07mg
2.51%
Vitamin A:122.29IU
2.45%
Folate:9.12µg
2.28%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.94%
Source:Chow