Bratwurst in Beer Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 bratwurst sausages 4 bratwurst sausages
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup (240ml) German beer 1 cup (240ml) German beer
• 1 cup (240ml) beef broth 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 28g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 6g, 2g
• Protein: 22g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the bratwurst sausages to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
3. 3.
   Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.
4. 4.
   In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
5. 5.
   Pour in the German beer and beef broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
6. 6.
   Stir in the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
7. 7.
   Return the bratwurst sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
8. 8.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausages are cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
9. 9.
   Serve the Bratwurst in Beer Sauce hot, spooning the sauce over the sausages.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Bratwurst sausages — Ensure that the sausages are fully cooked before serving. You can check their doneness by cutting into one and ensuring there is no pink in the center.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, use a dark German beer such as Märzen or Bock.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and add it to the sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
• Serve the Bratwurst in Beer Sauce with a side of sauerkraut and creamy mashed potatoes for a traditional German meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Bratwurst in Beer Sauce hot, with a generous spoonful of the flavorful beer sauce drizzled over the sausages. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Bratwurst in Beer Sauce on a platter, placing the sausages side by side and spooning the sauce over them. Serve with a side of sauerkraut and mashed potatoes for an authentic German presentation.