Bratwurst Sandwich with Sauerkraut and Cucumber
A hearty sandwich with juicy bratwurst patties, tangy sauerkraut, crisp cucumber, and fresh lettuce on a toasted roll. Quick to make for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 22g

Ingredients
- 4 patties bratwurst patties
- 1 cup sauerkraut
- 1 medium cucumber
- 4 leaves lettuce
- 4 rolls sandwich rolls
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add 4 bratwurst patties and cook until browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- 2
While patties cook, thinly slice 1 cucumber and drain 1 cup sauerkraut in a strainer, pressing to remove excess liquid.
- 3
Split 4 sandwich rolls and toast them in a toaster or under the broiler until golden, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Spread 2 tbsp mayonnaise evenly on the cut sides of the rolls.
- 5
Place a lettuce leaf on each roll bottom, then top with a cooked patty, a pile of sauerkraut, and cucumber slices.
- 6
Close the sandwiches and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- strainer
- knife
- cutting board
- toaster or broiler
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