How to Make Brat Burgers (and Sauce!)

Crack open a beer and pour 1/2 cup into a pot.

Add 2 cups of Heinz tomato ketchup to the pot.

Pour in 2 tablespoons of ramp infused champagne vinegar.

Add 1/4 cup of brown sugar to the mixture.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.

Add 1 teaspoon of horseradish to the sauce.

Sprinkle in paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to taste.

Turn on the heat and mix all ingredients together in the pot.

Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes or to desired thickness.

Preheat the grill for cooking bratwurst patties.

Grill the bratwurst patties until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on grill heat.

Place asparagus on the grill to cook alongside the bratwurst.

Caramelize one onion in a pan and set aside.

Fry sauerkraut in the leftover oil from caramelizing the onion.

Toast hamburger buns if desired, but avoid using a toaster if unsure of skills.

Assemble the brat burgers with the grilled patties, sauce, caramelized onions, and fried sauerkraut.

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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