Beer Braised Bratwurst Burger with Grilled Onions

25 mins

Portions: 4

Elevate your burger game with this mouthwatering Beer Braised Bratwurst Burger topped with grilled onions. This recipe combines the robust flavors of bratwurst braised in Pabst Blue Ribbon with juicy ground beef patties and melty cheddar cheese, perfect for a summer cookout or a casual weeknight dinner. The grilled onions add a sweetness and a depth of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Ready in just 25 minutes, this hearty burger serves four and will surely become a favorite in your household.

Gather your friends and family around the grill, and enjoy the simple pleasure of a delicious meal shared together. Whether you’re catching up on old times or making new memories, this burger is the perfect centerpiece for bringing everyone together. Let’s fire up the grill and get cooking!

Ingredients

1 pack (19 ounces) Johnsonville Original Brats
1 pound ground beef
4 slices mild cheddar cheese
4 burger buns
1 whole white onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 can (12 ounces) Pabst Blue Ribbon
Salt and Pepper + Three Chiles
neutral oil for the pan

Directions

Heat a large sauce pan to medium high heat and coat with oil. Add the onions and season with your Salt and Pepper + Three Chiles. Cook until the onions are softened and begin to brown. Add your can of Pabst Blue Ribbon and your minced garlic and stir it in. Simmer for about 4 more minutes. Add your brats and let them braise for 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or griddle to medium high heat and coat with oil. Remove your brats from the onions and slice them in half. Cook them directly on the griddle for 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown, using a grill press to cook evenly. Remove from the heat and set aside.
On the same skillet or griddle, toast your buns for a couple minutes and set aside.
Divide the beef into 4 burger patties. Place the burgers on the skillet or griddle coated with oil and season with your Salt and Pepper + Three Chiles on both sides. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side using a grill press to cook evenly. Cover with a cloche and cook for 1 more minute. Add your mild cheddar cheese and let it melt. Remove the patties from the heat and set aside.
Build your burgers on the bottom bun, adding your patty, your grilled onions, and the brats sliced in half, followed by the top bun.