Bratwurst in Ale Recipe

Name: Bratwurst in Ale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pairs Bratwurst (about 1 1/2 pounds); Boiling water to cover; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 small bay leaf; 2 to 3 cups ale or light beer; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 heaping tablespoon minced onion; 2 tablespoons flour; Salt and pepper; Lemon and sugar (optional and to taste)

Servings: persons

1
Prick Bratwurst on all sides with a fork.
2
Place in a large skillet with a cover and add enough boiling water to cover.
3
Cover skillet and simmer 5 minutes.
4
Drain off water.
5
Add 2 tablespoons butter to skillet and brown wurst quickly on all sides.
6
Add bay leaf and enough ale to cover sausages.
7
Cover, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes.
8
Remove cover and let ale boil rapidly until it is reduced by almost half.
9
Reduce heat and simmer.
10
Melt butter in a small skillet and saute minced onion until golden brown.
11
Blend in flour and saute slowly until mixture is the color of cocoa.
12
Add to the simmering ale and stir in until smoothly blended and thickened.
13
Season to taste with salt and pepper, and a little lemon and sugar if you like a sweet-sour flavor.

113

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pairs Bratwurst (about 1 1/2 pounds), Boiling water to cover, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 small bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Bratwurst in Ale falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bratwurst in Ale

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