Belgian-Style Beer-Braised Bratwurst with Caramelized Onions

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Tender bratwurst simmered in amber Belgian beer with sweet caramelized onions, served with a rich mustard sauce. This German-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs bratwurst sausages, Belgian amber beer, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 German cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter with 1 tbsp olive oil. Add 2 thinly sliced large yellow onions and 1 tbsp brown sugar, cooking for 20-25 minutes stirring frequently until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized.
  2. Step 2: Push the onions to the side and add 6 bratwurst sausages to the skillet. Brown the sausages for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 2 cups Belgian amber beer, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and bring to a simmer. Cover and let the bratwurst braise gently for 15 minutes until cooked through and tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove bratwurst and onions to a serving platter. Stir 1/4 cup Dijon mustard into the cooking liquid to create a tangy sauce, simmering for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Step 5: Serve the bratwurst topped with caramelized onions and drizzled with the mustard sauce, garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

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