- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 350 kcal
Quick summary
“Prepare your own homemade German sausage with this delicious bratwurst. With just a few ingredients and a little time, you can prepare an authentic dish that catches the attention of guests.”
What you need to know
- Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite ingredients.
- A traditional recipe that brings the flavor of Germany to your table.
- Practical and quick, perfect for a quick and tasty meal.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 kg ground pork
- 200 g pork fat (or ground bacon)
- 4 tablespoons of chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup of ice water
- Pork casings for stuffing (optional)
Instructions
Principal
- In a large bowl, mix the ground pork and the finely chopped fat.
- Add the onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the meat mixture.
- Add the ice water and mix very well until smooth.
- If you wish to stuff, rinse the casings in running water and let them soak in water with lemon.
- With a funnel, fill the casings with the meat mixture, forming sausages of about 15 cm.
- Tie the ends of the casings with string, making several sausages.
- Preheat the grill to medium temperature.
- Place the sausages on the grill and cook for about 25 minutes, turning frequently, until browned.
- Remove from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with mustard sauce and German-style bread, if desired.
Chef's tips
- Use ice water to help stuff the casings, if you prefer to stuff them.
- If you prefer, you can cook the sausages in water or even in a preheated oven for faster cooking.
- For a more intense flavor, you can add more nutmeg to the mixture.
Variations
- For a softer version, you can cook the sausages for longer.
- For a firmer version, you can leave the sausages in the oven or on the grill longer.
- For a special touch of flavor, you can add additional spices like chili pepper.
Substitutions
- Substitute the pork with ground chicken for a vegetarian option.
- Replace the pork fat with bacon if you don't have pork fat available.
- Substitute the mustard sauce with hot sauce for a twist on the recipe.
How to store
- The sausages can be stored in an outdoor food can for up to 1 week.
- After cooking, the sausages can be stored in an airtight food can for up to 3 months.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze the sausages, as they lose flavor and texture.
What to serve with
Serve the sausages with a homemade bread or with a hamburger bun if you prefer.
Frequently asked questions
Can you use other spices to give a different flavor?
Yes, you can use spices like fat-pepper, extra black pepper, or extra nutmeg to give a more intense flavor.
How can I prepare the sausages in less time?
If you prefer, you can cook the sausages in water or even in a preheated oven for a quicker cooking time.
How do I stuff the casings?
In cups of hot water, let the casings rest and then rinse them. Then, fill them with the meat mixture and tie them.
Can I use water instead of ice water for the mixture?
Yes, you can use hot water or cold water to replace the ice water, but ice water helps to un-stuff the casings.
Should I use ground beef or coarsely chopped meat?
Use ground meat, as it is easier to mix and shape the sausages.
