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Bratwurst with Sauerkraut

Pan-seared bratwurst sausages simmered with tangy sauerkraut, sliced onions, and caraway seeds.

35 minEasyServes 4480 cal/serving

GermanDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 raw bratwurst sausages
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
  • 1/2 tsp caraway seeds
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp whole grain mustard

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 4 raw bratwurst sausages and sear for 5 minutes until browned, then remove from skillet.

  3. 3

    Add 1 sliced yellow onion to the pan and cook for 4 minutes until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in 2 cups drained sauerkraut, 1/2 tsp caraway seeds, and 1 cup chicken broth to combine.

  5. 5

    Return 4 raw bratwurst sausages to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.

  6. 6

    Serve warm alongside 2 tbsp whole grain mustard.

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Questions

How long does Bratwurst with Sauerkraut take?

As written, 35 minutes: 10 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (12 minutes): "Return 4 raw bratwurst sausages to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F."

What internal temperature should Bratwurst with Sauerkraut reach?

For Bratwurst with Sauerkraut, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is Bratwurst with Sauerkraut gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Bratwurst with Sauerkraut is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth and the mustard.

How much protein is in Bratwurst with Sauerkraut?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 20 g of protein in about 480 calories, alongside 10 g carbohydrate and 38 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 1150 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

How long does Bratwurst with Sauerkraut keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Bratwurst with Sauerkraut within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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