Brewed Brat Sandwiches With Caraway Kraut Recipe

Name: Brewed Brat Sandwiches With Caraway Kraut
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR BRATWURST; 2 (12 ounce) bottles bottles beer; 1 large onion, chopped; 6 tablespoons brown mustard; 1 teaspoon caraway seed; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 12 uncooked bratwursts (about 5 oz ea); FOR CARAWAY KRAUT; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 teaspoons caraway seeds; 2 teaspoons brown mustard; 2 cups drained sauerkraut; fresh ground pepper; FOR SANDWICHES; 8 kaiser rolls (16 large slices) or 8 rye bread (16 large slices); brown mustard, as needed; 8 thin slices cheese (Swiss, provolone, Gouda or Gruyere); 1 cup chopped dill pickle

Servings: persons

FOR BRATWURST
2 (12 ounce) bottles bottles beer
1 large onion, chopped
6 tablespoons brown mustard
1 teaspoon caraway seed
1 teaspoon ground coriander
12 uncooked bratwursts (about 5 oz ea)
FOR CARAWAY KRAUT
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons caraway seeds
2 teaspoons brown mustard
2 cups drained sauerkraut
fresh ground pepper
FOR SANDWICHES
8 kaiser rolls (16 large slices) or 8 rye bread (16 large slices)
brown mustard, as needed
8 thin slices cheese (Swiss, provolone, Gouda or Gruyere)
1 cup chopped dill pickle

1
To prepare marinade:
2
Combine beer, onion, mustard, caraway seeds and coriander in large saucepan.
3
Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
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Add bratwursts; simmer, covered, 15 minutes.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Leave brats in marinade.
7
Heat grill to high.
8
To prepare kraut:
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Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat.
10
Stir in onion and caraway seeds; cook until onion turns translucent, about 3 minutes.
11
Stir in mustard, sauerkraut and pepper to taste.
12
Reduce heat to low; cover, keep warm.
13
To prepare sandwiches:
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Drain brats; discard marinade.
15
Halve brats lengthwise; cut halves in half crosswise.
16
Grill brat pieces uncovered until browned but still juicy, about 2 minutes per side.
17
Toast rolls, cut-side down, on edge of grill, about 30 seconds.
18
To assemble each sandwich, coat both sides of toasted roll with mustard.
19
On bottom roll, add slice of cheese, 6 brat pieces and large dollop kraut; sprinkle dill pickle on top.
20
Close with top roll; push roll down to mingle juices and ingredients.

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* 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.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR BRATWURST, 2 (12 ounce) bottles bottles beer, 1 large onion, chopped, 6 tablespoons brown mustard, and more.

Yes, Brewed Brat Sandwiches With Caraway Kraut 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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Brewed Brat Sandwiches With Caraway Kraut

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Variations & substitutions

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