Oktoberfest Bratwurst Sandwich
How to Make a Bratwurst Sandwich with Beer Cheese Sauce
This hearty bratwurst sandwich combines grilled sausage, homemade beer cheese sauce, tangy sauerkraut, and crispy fried onions on a pretzel roll.
🌭 Bratwurst Sandwich: Bring Oktoberfest Flavors Home: Chef Giovanni of Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace shows News 12’s Lily Stolzberg how to make a bratwurst sandwich with grilled sausage, creamy beer cheese sauce, spicy brown mustard, sauerkraut, and crispy fried onions. Served on a pretzel roll, it is simple, hearty, and full of flavor.
Quick Answer: Make a beer cheese sauce with beer, spicy brown mustard, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar. Fully cook the bratwurst on a grill pan, slice each sausage in half lengthwise, and grill the cut sides. Layer the bratwurst into a pretzel roll with cheese sauce, sauerkraut, and crispy fried onions.
BRATWURST SANDWICH INGREDIENTS
¼ cup Paulaner Beer
1 tablespoon Spicy Brown Deli Mustard
¼ cup Heavy Cream
½ cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 tablespoons French’s Crispy Fried Onions
¼ cup Sauerkraut
1 Pretzel Roll
2 Bratwurst
Makes: 1 hearty sandwich
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Pro Tip: Keep the heat gentle and whisk constantly after adding the cheddar. Remove the sauce from the heat as soon as the cheese melts to help maintain a smooth, creamy texture.
BRATWURST SANDWICH INSTRUCTIONS
Simmer the Beer
Step 1: Pour the beer into a sauté pan over high heat and bring it to a simmer.
Add the Mustard and Cream
Step 2: Once the beer is simmering, reduce the heat to medium. Add the spicy brown deli mustard and heavy cream, then whisk until blended.
Melt the Cheddar
Step 3: Bring the cream mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the shredded cheddar and whisk constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Cook the Bratwurst
Step 4: Place the bratwurst on a grill pan and cook fully, following the package directions for the sausages you are using.
Slice and Grill the Cut Sides
Step 5: Carefully slice each cooked bratwurst in half lengthwise. Place all four pieces back on the grill pan, cut sides down, and grill until grill marks form.
Open the Pretzel Roll
Step 6: Cut open the pretzel roll, making sure not to slice all the way through.
Add the First Layer of Cheese Sauce
Step 7: Spoon 2 tablespoons of beer cheese sauce onto the bottom of the pretzel roll.
Add the Bratwurst
Step 8: Arrange all four pieces of bratwurst on top of the cheese sauce.
Add More Cheese Sauce
Step 9: Spoon another 2 tablespoons of beer cheese sauce over the bratwurst.
Top with Sauerkraut
Step 10: Place the sauerkraut on top of the bratwurst and cheese sauce.
Finish with Crispy Fried Onions
Step 11: Sprinkle the crispy fried onions over the sauerkraut and serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What goes on this bratwurst sandwich?
This recipe layers grilled bratwurst, homemade beer cheese sauce, sauerkraut, and crispy fried onions in a pretzel roll. Spicy brown deli mustard is mixed into the cheese sauce.
How do you make the beer cheese sauce?
Simmer the beer, reduce the heat, and whisk in spicy brown mustard and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then whisk in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
Why do you slice the bratwurst after cooking?
Splitting the fully cooked bratwurst lets you grill the cut sides for extra browning and arrange the sausage pieces evenly in the roll.
How many sandwiches does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 1 hearty sandwich using 1 pretzel roll and 2 bratwurst. The cheese sauce may yield more than the 4 tablespoons used to assemble the sandwich.
How much cheese sauce goes on the sandwich?
Add 2 tablespoons to the bottom of the roll and another 2 tablespoons over the bratwurst, for 4 tablespoons total.
Can I use a different roll?
Yes. A sturdy sausage roll or sandwich roll can be used, although a pretzel roll gives this version its distinctive flavor and chewy texture.
How do I keep the fried onions crunchy?
Add the crispy fried onions last, just before serving, so they spend less time in contact with the cheese sauce and sauerkraut.
Where can I buy the ingredients?
Shop available ingredients online at uncleg.com. Find your nearest Uncle Giuseppe’s location at uncleg.com/find-your-uncle-gs/. Selection varies by location.
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