Wurstfest Bratwurst with Sweet Mustard & Cabbage
A savory German-inspired bratwurst dish with tangy-sweet mustard sauce and tender cabbage, perfect for celebrating New Braunfels' famous Wurstfest festival. This german-inspired grilling ready in about 35 minutes pairs Bratwurst sausages, Vegetable oil, medium Yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 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.
Ingredients
- 8 Bratwurst sausages
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1/2 head Green cabbage
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Sweet mustard
- 1 tsp Honey
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add bratwurst and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 2: Add thinly sliced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly golden. Add thinly sliced cabbage and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted.
- Step 3: Sprinkle flour over cabbage mixture and stir for 1 minute to cook off raw flour. Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth, then add sweet mustard and honey. Season with salt and pepper to taste and simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 4: Return bratwurst to skillet, turning to coat in sauce, and heat through for 2 minutes. Serve hot with extra mustard on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wurstfest Bratwurst with Sweet Mustard & Cabbage take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Wurstfest Bratwurst with Sweet Mustard & Cabbage?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bratwurst sausages from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wurstfest Bratwurst with Sweet Mustard & Cabbage?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Wurstfest Bratwurst with Sweet Mustard & Cabbage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Wurstfest Bratwurst with Sweet Mustard & Cabbage?
German grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
