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In a large pan with straight sides, or in a pot, add the bratwurst links, beer, liquid smoke, red pepper flakes, whole black peppercorns, garlic, onion, all of the bell peppers and a nice pinch of salt.
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Bring to a boil, and then lower to a simmer for 15 minutes.
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Flip and nudge the bratwursts if they stick out above the liquid as they cook.
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Brush a grill with oil, then heat the grill to medium-high.
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Remove the bratwursts from the liquid and place on the grill.
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Cook 15 minutes, turning every 5 minutes to brown and blacken all sides (don't worry about the concave side).
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Remove from the grill and allow to rest under aluminum foil for 10 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 150 degrees F.
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Meanwhile, add the sugar and vinegar to the pan with the cooked peppers and onions.
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Stir into the beer mixture until the sugar dissolves.
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Simmer for 15 minutes.
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Warm the buns or bread in the oven for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the bread.
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Slice each bratwurst into 1/2-inch discs and place inside the warmed bread.
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Using tongs, grab and shake any excess liquid off the quick-pickled peppers and onions, then top each bratwurst with an equal amount.
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Top that with a nice and hefty dollop or two of Sunny's Curry Ketchup.
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Place the tomatoes, garlic, onion, cinnamon stick, ginger, star anise, sugar, curry powder, allspice, peppercorns, a pinch of salt, corn syrup and vinegar in a stock pot over medium heat.
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Bring to a boil, and then lower to a light simmer.
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Use a potato masher or wooden spoon to mash down and break up the tomatoes as it heats up.
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Cover and simmer on low for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Uncover and cook 45 minutes more to evaporate and thicken while stirring occasionally.
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Remove the cinnamon stick, anise pod and ginger.
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Using an immersion blender or a stand blender (slightly cool?
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), blend until smooth.
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Pour into an airtight container and refrigerate overnight or until cool.
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Taste and if needed, add vinegar 1/2 teaspoon at a time to balance the sweetness.