Entrée: Germany – Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut (Grilled Bratwurst with Sauerkraut)

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Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut (Grilled Bratwurst with Sauerkraut) recipe
Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep 5 min
Cook 15 min
Total 20 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

Pork bratwurst links
Sauerkraut
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 apple cider cup (1 cup (240 ml)) or 1 apple, sliced (optional)
2 tbsp (30 ml) brown mustard or German mustard (e.g., Düsseldorfer or Löwensenf)
2 tbsp (30 g) butter or 2 tbsp (30 ml) oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
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Pork bratwurst links
Sauerkraut
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 apple cider cup (240 ml) or 1 apple, sliced (optional)
2 tbsp (30 ml) brown mustard or German mustard (e.g., Düsseldorfer or Löwensenf)
2 tbsp (30 g) butter or 2 tbsp (30 ml) oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat grill or skillet and cook bratwurst over medium heat until browned and cooked through, turning frequently.
2. Meanwhile, warm a skillet with butter, add sliced onion and cook until soft; add sauerkraut and a splash of apple cider or chopped apple, heat through and season.
3. Plate bratwurst atop or beside warm sauerkraut and onions.
4. Serve with a generous spoonful of brown mustard.
Estimated Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 4

Calories: 98 kcal
Carbohydrates: 10.1 g
Protein: 0.7 g
Fat: 6.5 g
Saturated fat: 3.9 g
Trans fat: 0.2 g
Cholesterol: 16 mg
Fiber: 0.9 g
Sugar: 7.3 g
Sodium: 138 mg
Potassium: 117 mg
Calcium: 18 mg
Iron: 0.26 mg
Vitamin A: 52 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 26.3 mg

Generated: 2026-11-05T19:35:50+00:00

*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Trans fat, Cholesterol, Fiber, Sugar, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
1550
Country
Germany
Region
Bavaria
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=1550

Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!