Pan-Fried Nürnberger Bratwurst
Authentic German bratwurst seared in a cast-iron skillet and finished with onions and beer for a classic Bavarian dinner. Serve with mustard and crusty bread.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 21g
Ingredients
- 8 links Nürnberger bratwurst (small pork sausages)
- 1 large onion, sliced into thin half-moons
- ½ cup german lager or pilsner beer
- 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
- ½ tsp caraway seeds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 2
Arrange bratwurst in a single layer. Sear without moving for 3 minutes until golden on bottom.
- 3
Roll each bratwurst with tongs and sear the next side for 3 minutes.
- 4
Push bratwurst to the sides. Add onion to the center and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes until softened.
- 5
Pour beer into the skillet. Add caraway seeds and mustard, stirring gently to combine.
- 6
Simmer for 4 minutes until beer reduces slightly and bratwurst reaches 160°F internally.
- 7
Serve bratwurst with caramelized onions, pan sauce, and whole grain mustard on crusty bread.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast-iron skillet
- tongs
- wooden spoon
- meat thermometer
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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