Grilled Bacon Wrapped Beer Brats With Drunken Peppers and Onions
These Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Beer Brats with Drunken Peppers and Onions combine all of your favorite food in one delicious recipe. Fire up that grill and enjoy an epic dinner.
Ingredients:
For the Brats:
- 5 bratwurst sausages
- 10 strips of bacon
- 5 hoagie rolls or brat buns
For the Drunken Peppers and Onions:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
- 1 cup beer (lager or ale works well)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving (Optional):
- Mustard
- Ketchup
- Sauerkraut
Instructions:
- Prep the Brats:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Wrap each bratwurst with two strips of bacon. Secure the bacon with toothpicks if necessary.
- Grill the Brats:
- Place the bacon-wrapped brats on the grill. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and the brats are cooked through.
- Cook the Peppers and Onions:
- While the brats are grilling, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
- Pour in the beer, and add garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer the mixture until the liquid is reduced and the vegetables are tender and flavorful.
- Toast the Buns:
- Place the hoagie rolls or brat buns on the grill and toast lightly.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Remove the toothpicks from the brats.
- Place each brat in a toasted bun.
- Top with a generous helping of the drunken peppers and onions.
- Serve:
- Serve the Grilled Bacon Wrapped Beer Brats hot.
- Offer mustard, ketchup, and sauerkraut on the side for guests to add as they like.
These Grilled Bacon Wrapped Beer Brats With Drunken Peppers and Onions are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for any outdoor cooking event, they bring together classic flavors in a delightful and hearty meal.