What Is Bratwurst: Smoked Brats (+More Great Brat Info & Cooking Tips)
What is bratwurst, what does it taste like, how is it best prepared, where can I buy it, and is it any different than a regular sausage? Don't worry, I have all of the answers! In fact, I'm going to break down a ton of different important information about this delectable sausage!
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Prep 5 minutes
Cooking 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
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Ingredients
- 10 bratwurst sausages
- 10 bratwurst buns (optional)
- 5 tablespoon sauerkraut (optional)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
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Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- Place brats in your smoker and smoke at 225°F (107°C) for about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Use a digital meat thermometer or temperature probe to make sure the brats are at least 160°F (72°C).
- Remove from the smoker then place in buns, top with sauerkraut if desired, and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Do not pierce the brat casings, they will not burst at this low temperature.
Pecan, Hickory, or Apple are great choices of wood to smoke with.
The cook time is a ballpark figure based on my results your exact cook time will vary depending on many factors, always check the internal temp.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 2g (1%) | Protein: 9g (18%) | Fat: 19g (29%) | Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 49mg (16%) | Sodium: 558mg (24%) | Potassium: 230mg (7%) | Vitamin A: 4IU | Calcium: 18mg (2%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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