Bratwurst is a flavorful German-style pork sausage in a natural casing that's perfectly suited for grilling. Topped with a generous helping of sautéed cabbage and sweet onions and a bit of honey mustard, grilled brats make a hearty and delicious change from ordinary hot dogs.

Grilled Bratwurst with Sautéed Sweet Onions and Cabbage

Grilled bratwurst topped with sautéed sweet onions and cabbage and a dollop of honey mustard are a tasty alternative to hot dogs.

Author: Lynne Webb
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

4 pre-cooked bratwurst (about 1 lb), pricked with a fork
4 bakery-style hot dog rolls

For the sautéed onion and cabbage:

2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium sweet onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1/2 small head cabbage, halved, cored and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the honey mustard:

3 tablespoons coarse grain (or regular) Dijon-style mustard
1-1/2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

Combine the mustard and honey in a small bowl and set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until softened, 4 to 6 minutes.
If necessary, add a little more oil to the pan, then add the cabbage. Continue cooking until the cabbage wilts and reduces in volume, 2 to 3 minutes.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the mixture, add the vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring often, until both the cabbage and onions are tender and golden, 7 to 10 minutes longer. Taste and adjust the seasoning and set aside.
Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium heat and oil the grates. Add the bratwursts and grill, turning frequently, until the casings are crisp and lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes total.
Serve the bratwurst on bakery-style hot dog rolls topped with the onion cabbage mixture and honey mustard.

Notes

Make-Ahead Note:

The cabbage and onion mixture can be made ahead, refrigerated and reheated just before serving.

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Grilled Bratwurst with Sautéed Sweet Onions and Cabbage