Red Meat · The Cooking Guide

Bratwurst

German-style fresh pork sausage with distinctive spices, perfect for grilling

Methods

How to cook bratwurst

Boiling then Grilling

Boiling then Grilling Bratwurst

Cook Time
30min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Grill Temperature
Medium
350-400°F / 177-204°C
Internal Temperature
160°F / 70°C
Safe

Grilling

Grilling Bratwurst

Cook Time
25min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Grill Temperature
Medium-Low
Internal Temperature
160°F / 70°C
Safe

Pan-Frying

Pan-Frying Bratwurst

Cook Time
20min
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Pan Temperature
Medium-Low
250-300°F / 120-150°C
Internal Temperature
160°F / 70°C
Safe
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Doneness

Temperature Guide

DonenessTemperatureDescription
Safe160°F / 70°CFully cooked through, no pink remaining

Safety

Cooking bratwurst safely

Cook to proper internal temperature

Use food thermometer

When in doubt, use a food thermometer, it's the only reliable way to know your bratwurst is safely cooked.