BEER BRATS WITH BRAISED RED CABBAGE

Beer Brats with braised red cabbage image

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound Bratwurst
2 bottles Dark German Beer
1 tablespoon whole fennel seeds
1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
1 tablespoon whole mustard seeds
1 tablespoon whole celery seeds
1 slice Large Yellow Onion
1 slice 3 inch piece fresh ginger
2 cups Red Cabbage thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

1. In a medium pot, combine the beer, onions, ginger and whole seeds. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Pierce the brats all over with a fork and then gently slide them into the beer. Cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let the brats cook for 15 minutes.
3. While the brats cook, prepare the grill for high heat direct grilling.
4. While grill preheats, prepare your braised cabbage. Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Dum in the shredded cabbage and toss to coat in the oil. Season with the salt and pepper.
5. Strain 1/2 cup of the beer braising liquid and add it to the cabbage. Cook about 10 minutes until softened and stir in the honey and vinegar. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
6. Remove the brats from the braising liquid and head out to the hot grill. Grill the sausages for about 2-3 minutes per side until the casings are crisp and browned.
7. Split the bratwurst buns and grill cut side down for about 30 seconds, until they are nice and toasty.
8. Slather each bun with some of the whole grain mustard, top with a crispy brat, and a pile of the braised red cabbage. Eat and enjoy!