Gridiron Gourmet: Beer-Simmered Brats for the Win
Score big on game day with these crowd-pleasing, flavor-packed beer brats. These sausages are first simmered in an aromatic mixture of beer, savory spices, onions, and garlic, infusing them with deep, complex flavors. Then, they’re finished on the grill for that irresistible crispy exterior and smoky char, resulting in a perfect balance of juicy tenderness and satisfying crunch.
Beer Brats
Serves 8
Ingredients
3 large sweet onions, peeled, coarsely chopped
3 whole cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
1 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon caraway seeds
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
3 pounds uncooked bratwurst, pricked with a fork
2 tablespoons canola oil
Directions
Prepare a grill for direct grilling over high heat.
Place the beer, onions, garlic, ginger, caraway seeds, coriander seeds, and mustard seeds in a large grill-proof stockpot; stir. Add the bratwurst to the stockpot, then set the stockpot onto the prepared, hot grill. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the temperature or move the stockpot to a portion of the grill so that the brats simmer. Simmer the brats for about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the stockpot from the heat and let the brats soak in the liquid for a few minutes.
Transfer the brats to a serving platter. Lightly brush the brats with canola oil, then grill until the brats are crisped and browned on the outside, about 4 to 6 minutes per side. Serve.
