Brian in the Kitchen Recipes
BRIAN IN THE KITCHEN brought to you by Stittsworth Meats
October 14 2009
Octoberfest: Brined Bratwurst
INGREDIENTS:
1 medium onion, cut in strips
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 1/2 cups water
5 fresh bratwurst links
teaspoon butter or margarine
DIRECTIONS:
In a large skillet, combine onion, balsamic vinegar, and water. Simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes. Place bratwurst in the simmering water; cover, and simmer 20 minutes. Be sure the water is only simmering, not boiling. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil grate. Remove the bratwurst, and drain liquid from pan. Add butter to the pan with the onions, and cook over low heat until onions are browned. Grill brats over high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, turning to brown on all sides. Serve with onions.
You can serve the brats in a bun with spicy German mustard or with a side of German potato salad and sauerkraut.