apple kraut bratwurst

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Judy Brannock
newark, DE

Alot of old country flavor.

(1 rating)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Microwave

Ingredients For apple kraut bratwurst

  • 5 links
    bratwurst, (about 1 1/4 lbs)
  • 1 1/2 c
    water
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter, divided
  • 2 c
    sauerkraut
  • 1 bag
    (3 oz) sweet dried apple chips
  • 1/4 c
    light brown sugar
  • 1/2 c
    red wine
  • 1/8 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    whole caraway seed

How To Make apple kraut bratwurst

  • 1
    Place bratwurst, water, and 1 tablespoon of the butter in large saucepan on medium high. Bring to boil and cook 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until water evaporated and bratwurst begin to brown.
  • 2
    While brats cook, rinse sauerkraut under cool running water 30-40 seconds (to reduce tartness); drain well. Crush apple chips, place in microwave safe bowl. Stir in sauerkraut and brown sugar, cover.
  • 3
    Cook sauerkraut mixture in microwave on HIGH 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until thoroughly heated. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter, wine and sauerkraut mixture to bratwurst; sprinkle with pepper and caraway seeds. Cover and cook 6-8 more minutes, stirring occasionally, or untl internal temperature of bratwurst reaches 160 degrees. Use a meat thermometer to accurately ensure doneness. Serve.

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