Yum! Oven-braised beer brats with caramelized onions is a classic, flavorful, and teen-friendly recipe. Here’s a safe, easy version you can make at home:
🍺 Oven-Braised Beer Brats with Caramelized Onions
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 bratwurst sausages
- 1–2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup beer (any lager or ale)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: hot dog buns, mustard, or sauerkraut for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Caramelize the onions
- Heat oil or butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions, a pinch of salt, and cook 10–15 minutes until soft and golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Add the brats and beer
- Place the bratwurst in the skillet with the onions.
- Pour beer over the brats so they are partially submerged.
- Oven-braise
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake 25–30 minutes, turning brats halfway through.
- Brats should be fully cooked (internal temp ~160°F / 71°C) and slightly browned.
- Serve
- Plate brats with caramelized onions on top.
- Optional: serve in buns with mustard, sauerkraut, or your favorite toppings.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add garlic or fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary) to the onions.
- Use a non-alcoholic beer if you prefer.
- Pan-fry the brats briefly before baking for a crispier exterior.
I can also make a quick, TikTok-style step-by-step guide showing how to caramelize onions and braise brats in the oven — fun, safe, and perfect for teens.
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