Description
This Cajun Beer Brats recipe combines flavorful bratwurst sausages simmered in a seasoned beer broth and finished on the grill, topped with a tangy and crunchy homemade coleslaw. Perfect for a casual BBQ or game day meal, these brats offer a spicy, smoky twist on a classic sausage sandwich.
Ingredients
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Sausages and Beer Broth
- 1 package bratwurst sausages (4-5 brats)
- 1/2 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cups (24 oz.) lager beer
- 1/2 tablespoon Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning
Coleslaw
- 7 ounces coleslaw mix
- 1/2 Granny Smith apple, chopped
- 1/3 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning
Buns
- 4-5 hot dog buns
Instructions
- Simmer Brats: Add the beer and sliced onions to a deep skillet or pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the Tony Chachere’s Creole seasoning, then add the bratwurst sausages. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes without piercing the sausages to keep them moist.
- Prepare Coleslaw: While the sausages simmer, toss the coleslaw mix, chopped apple, and scallions in a salad bowl. In a separate smaller bowl, combine mayo, sugar, lime juice, white vinegar, Dijon mustard, and Tony Chachere’s seasoning to create the dressing. Add the dressing to the slaw and toss well a few minutes before serving.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your BBQ or grill to medium-high heat to prepare for grilling the sausages.
- Grill Brats: Remove the sausages from the beer mixture using tongs and transfer them to a plate. Grill the sausages over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, turning once, preferably with the grill lid down for even cooking and a smoky flavor.
- Toast Buns and Serve: Optionally toast the hot dog buns on the grill just before serving. Place the grilled brats in the buns and top generously with the prepared coleslaw. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not pierce the bratwurst while simmering as this can dry them out.
- Using a lager beer offers a mild, balanced flavor that complements the Cajun seasoning well.
- The coleslaw can be prepared ahead and refrigerated to let the flavors meld.
- Grilling with the lid down helps the sausages cook evenly and develop a nice smoky flavor.
- For extra spice, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the coleslaw dressing.
