Pan-Fried Bratwurst with Sauerkraut and Mustard Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

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A classic German-inspired dish featuring juicy bratwurst sausages pan-fried to golden perfection, served with tangy sauerkraut and a smooth mustard cream sauce. This German-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs bratwurst sausages, vegetable oil, sauerkraut for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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: 25 min Serves 4 German cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 links bratwurst sausages
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cups sauerkraut
3 tbsp yellow mustard
1/4 cup sour cream
1 medium, thinly sliced onion
1 tsp caraway seeds
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 bratwurst sausages and cook for about 12 minutes, turning frequently until browned evenly and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F.
Step 2: In another pan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 1 medium thinly sliced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Step 3: Add 2 cups sauerkraut, 1 tsp caraway seeds, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the onions; cook together for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauerkraut is heated and slightly caramelized.
Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp yellow mustard with 1/4 cup sour cream until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Serve the bratwurst on a plate alongside the warm sauerkraut mixture, drizzled with the mustard cream sauce.