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Ingredients for Beer Brats
For the Brats and Veggies:
- 12 bratwurst sausages
- 1 poblano pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 shot of avocado oil
- 2 cans of beer (any preferred lager works well)
For Serving:
- Toasted buns (one for each brat)
- Mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup, for topping
Equipment Used
- Charcoal BBQ grill
- Large tin pan or disposable aluminum foil pan
- Tongs
- Charcoal and lighter (for the ring of fire method)
Instructions for BBQ’ing Beeer Brats
1. Preparing the Vegetable Mixture:
- Prep the Veggies: In a large tin pan, combine the thinly sliced poblano pepper, jalapeño, orange bell pepper, and sweet onion.
- Add Flavorings: To the veggies, add the minced garlic cloves. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Drizzle with a shot of avocado oil.
- Mix Well: Use your hands to gently mix the vegetables with the seasonings and oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
2. Adding the Brats and Beer:
- Arrange the Brats: Place the bratwurst sausages on top of the seasoned vegetable mixture in the pan.
- Pour in Beer: Gently pour the two cans of beer over the brats and vegetables, making sure the brats are partially submerged in the liquid.
3. Grilling:
- Prepare the Grill: Light your charcoal BBQ using the “ring of fire” method and let the coals get hot.
- Cook the Brats and Veggies: Place the pan on the grill and cover. Allow the brats and veggies to cook in the beer mixture for about 30 minutes, or until the brats are fully cooked.
- Char the Brats: Once cooked, use tongs to transfer the brats directly onto the grill over the coals. Grill each side until they achieve a nice char and are slightly crispy on the outside.
- Toast the Buns: Place the buns cut-side down on the grill and toast lightly for a minute or two, until they are golden brown.
4. Serving:
- Assemble the Brats: Place each grilled brat on a toasted bun. Top with a generous helping of the beer-infused peppers and onions.
- Add Condiments: Finish with a dollop of mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup to taste.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, flavorful combination of grilled beer brats with spicy peppers and onions.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the types of peppers based on your heat preference.
- Any leftover beer mixture can be reduced over the stove to create a flavorful sauce for drizzling over the brats.
