Cooking Basics
Grilled Brats... Easy!
Sometimes the simplest way is still the best. A good grill, some patience, and quality brats. That's all you need.
- Prep
- 10 min, plus thaw
- Cook
- 20 min
- Serves
- 5 to 6
- Level
- Easy
How we do it
Method
- 01
Thaw, then medium heat
Start by thawing your brats, then place them over medium to medium-high heat.
- 02
Patience, and turn them often
The trick here is patience: let the brats cook slowly, turning them often, until they reach 155°F inside. This keeps the juices locked in and gives you that perfect balance of snap and flavor.
- 03
Easy on the heat for cheese-filled
If you're working with HB's cheese-filled brats like our cheddar, pepperjack or jalapeno cheddar, go easy on the heat. Too much direct flame can push the cheese out, but with steady medium heat and a little patience, you'll get a brat that's evenly cooked with the cheesy goodness intact.
Cook's note
A few simple ways to finish them off: move the brats to indirect heat after searing to let them cook through gently, toast your buns on the grill grates for a buttery crunch, add a light brush of beer or melted butter in the last minute for shine and richness, or serve with kraut, onions, or just classic brown mustard. The beauty of grilled brats is in their simplicity: good pork, steady heat, and a little patience.
The store door
Take some home.
Order the full lineup on Square. Brats, bacon, thick-cut chops, breakfast links and HB BBQ sauce. Or find us at the market this Saturday.
Shop on Square