Lager-Glazed Bratwursts with Sauerkraut
Lager-Glazed Bratwursts with Sauerkraut pairs juicy bratwurst with a beer-reduced glaze that leans malty, lightly sweet, and tangy. Caraway, celery seed, and dill add a gentle aromatic snap, while the sauerkraut balances richness with bright acidity. Serve for a hearty weeknight dinner or a game-day spread alongside mustard and crusty rolls.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Use a mortar and pestle to crush the celery seeds and caraway seeds until finely ground.
- 2
In a bowl, combine the beer, brown sugar, dry mustard, onion powder, pepper, dill, and the crushed seeds, stirring until the brown sugar dissolves.
- 3
Set the brats in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour the beer mixture over them and bring it to a boil. Lower the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- 4
Uncover and raise the heat to medium. Boil the sauce until it reduces to a thick, syrupy consistency, about 20 minutes. Tilt the skillet to roll the brats in the sticky sauce until fully coated. Move the brats to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- 5
Add the sauerkraut to the skillet and stir to mix it with any remaining sauce; cook for 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer the sauerkraut to a serving platter and place the warm brats on top.
- Calories 312.02 kcal Moderate
- Protein 15.62 g Good Source
- Carbs 13.41 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.18 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.41 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 48.76 mg Moderate
- Sodium 1570.5 mg High
- Fiber 4.06 g Moderate
- Sugar 5.56 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 36.72 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.56 mg Low Source
- Potassium 41.67 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.73 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 22.96 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Celery
- Alcohol 🚫🍷