Sheet Pan German-Style Bratwurst with Beer-Braised Sauerkraut

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

Juicy bratwurst sausages roasted alongside tangy sauerkraut, simmered in beer for deep flavor and caramelized edges. This German-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs bratwurst sausages, sauerkraut, lager beer for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Ingredients

• 6 links bratwurst sausages
• 16 oz sauerkraut
• 1 cup lager beer
• 1 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch rings yellow onion
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 16 oz sauerkraut with 1 sliced medium yellow onion, 1 tsp caraway seeds, 1 cup lager beer, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a large bowl until evenly combined.
2. Step 2: Spread the sauerkraut mixture evenly on a large rimmed sheet pan. Nestle 6 bratwurst sausages into the sauerkraut, spacing them evenly.
3. Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until sausages are cooked through and golden brown on the outside and the sauerkraut is caramelized around the edges.
4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving alongside mustard or rye bread if desired.