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This Beer Brats recipe is so simple and the onions give it amazing flavor. Fire up the grill and make this easy recipe. Add your favorite toppings for a delicious meal!
Jazz up plain brats into a flavorful meal with this delicious recipe. The entire meal comes together easily and clean up is a breeze thanks to the grill. You are going to love it!
We love to grill hot dogs but wanted to try something different. This recipe for beer brats did not disappoint. If you love brats, try Slow Cooker Brats, Grilled Brats Recipe and Easy Air Fryer Brats Recipe.
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What's in this post: Beer Brats
Why We Love This Recipe
You are going to love the way these Brats taste. They are easy to make and the perfect addition to your summertime BBQ or for your next tailgate.
These brats are a family favorite and I love to make them with our Grilled Hot Dogs and Cheese Stuffed Burgers.
Ingredients
- Raw Bratwursts – Get from meat market at the grocery store
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
Variations Ideas
- Alcohol Free – These brats recipe can be made alcohol free by substituting the beer with chicken broth.
- Buns – If you are serving these brats in buns, feel free to use hot dog buns.
How to Make Beer Brats
- Step 1 – Preheat a grill over medium high heat.
- Step 2 – Add the beer, sliced onions, salt and pepper to a large pot or Dutch Oven. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Step 3 – Then add the bratwurst to the pot. Reduce the heat down to low and cook for 10-12 minutes until the bratwurst are cooked through.
- Step 4 – Remove the bratwurst from the pan and continue to cook the onions on low heat for another 10-12 minutes while grilling the bratwurst.
- Step 5 – Brush the grill grates with the olive oil to keep the bratwurst from sticking to the grates.
- Step 6 – Grill beer brats on the grill grates over direct heat. Cook for 5-8 minutes, rotating every 2 minutes, until the bratwurst are browned on all sides.
- Step 7 – Remove from the grill. Serve on the buns topped with the onions, sauerkraut, ketchup and yellow mustard. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Simmer Brats – Allow the brats to cook in the beer with the onions. This gives the bratwurst so much flavor.
- Cooking Time – Cooking time will vary. We love to place the brats on the grill to give it that char texture.
- Stovetop – If you prefer you can finish cooking the brats in a cast iron skillet on the stove top. You can learn How to Cook Bratwurst on a Stove or How to Cook Brats in the Oven.
What to Serve with Beer Brats
You definitely need toppings. Lots of toppings! It is so fun to set out a topping bar and everyone can load up their beer brat with whatever they like.
Some of our favorite toppings include:
- Homemade ketchup
- Mustard
- Relish
- Sauerkraut
- Grilled onions
We like to keep things simple and add a few easy side dishes and that is it! Lazy Day Baked Beans, German Potato Salad, and Parmesan Grilled Corn on the Cob always go over well here. Everyone loves these.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you should boil brats before grilling. This help to cook the brats thoroughly and prevents them from drying out on the grill.
We recommend use a classic lager to cook the brats in but you can also use a Reds, Stouts and Porter also are great options.
Store leftover brats in an airtight container in the refrigerator. These brats will last about 3-4 days.
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Beer Brats
Ingredients
- 10 Raw Bratwursts
- 1 Large Onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 cans Beer (12 ounces each, lager or pilsner beer)
- 2 teaspoons Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 10 Bratwurst Buns
- Sauerkraut (for serving)
- Ketchup (for serving)
- Mustard (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill over medium high heat.
- Add the beer, sliced onions, salt and pepper to a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Then add the bratwurst to the pot. Reduce the heat down to low and cook for 10-12 minutes until the bratwurst are cooked through.
- Remove the bratwurst from the pan and continue to cook the onions on low heat for another 10-12 minutes while grilling the bratwurst.
- Brush the grill grates with the olive oil to keep the bratwurst from sticking to the grates.
- Place the bratwurst on the grill grates over direct heat. Cook for 5-8 minutes, rotating every 2 minutes, until the bratwurst are browned on all sides.
- Remove from the grill. Serve on the buns topped with the onions, sauerkraut, ketchup and mustard. Enjoy!
