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Grilled Bratwurst with Onions and Cabbage

by Lynne Webb on June 19, 2018 (Updated July 17, 2021) // 1 Comment

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Grilled Bratwurst with Onions and Cabbage

by Lynne Webb on June 19, 2018 (Updated July 17, 2021) // 1 Comment

Grilled bratwurst topped with a medley of sautéed sweet onions and cabbage and a dollop of honey mustard make a tasty alternative to hot dogs.
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Plates of grilled bratwurst in buns dressed with sautéed sweet onions and cabbage and homemade honey-mustard.

Bratwurst is a flavorful German sausage in a natural casing with origins that date back more than 600 years.

In Germany, bratwurst can be made with either pork or veal and the spices used to flavor it vary somewhat by region, but in the US, most of the bratwurst you’ll find is made with pork and seasoned with a blend of white pepper, caraway, nutmeg, and ginger.

With its natural casing and hearty flavor, bratwurst is perfectly suited for grilling. For this recipe, we’ve paired it with a generous helping of sautéed cabbage and sweet onions, and a bit of honey mustard as an alternative to sauerkraut.

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Grilled Bratwurst with Sauteed Sweet Onions and Cabbage

Grilled Bratwurst with Sautéed Sweet Onions and Cabbage

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Grilled bratwurst topped with a medley of sautéed sweet onions and cabbage and a dollop of honey mustard make a tasty alternative to hot dogs.
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time : 25 mins
Total Time : 35 mins
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Ingredients 

  • 4 bratwurst sausages (3 ounces each), 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.

Recipe Notes

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

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Grilled Bratwurst with Sautéed Sweet Onions and Cabbage
Amount per Serving
Calories
650
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
42
g
65
%
Saturated Fat
 
11
g
69
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
28
g
Cholesterol
 
73
mg
24
%
Sodium
 
916
mg
40
%
Carbohydrates
 
48
g
16
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
21
g
23
%
Protein
 
20
g
40
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Author: Lynne Webb | 

Course: Sandwiches
 | 
Cuisine: German

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  1. Edie in GA says

    June 10, 2021 at 3:23 pm

    5 stars
    The onions and cabbage are good on plain hot dogs too. My family likes the sweetness better than sauerkraut.

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