Cook a few (or a few dozen!) and feed the family or the team. Air fryer bratwurst are so easy, they come out juicy with a nice crisp skin. Top it with your favorite condiments sandwiched in a soft bun.
Easy Air Fryer Brats
The air fryer crisps the Bratwurst casing while circulating air all around, keeping in juices inside.Depending on the size of your air fryer, you can cook up to 12 brats at one time.The air fryer cooks faster thatn the oven with little effort (and no need to stand over watching and turning them like we do on the grill).Air fryer brats need almost no prep and clean up is easy!Cook them from fresh or frozen (just add extra minutes to the air fryer cook time if frozen).No get-together is complete without a hearty platter of DIY brats, buns, and toppings! Put together a ‘brat buffet’ with an assortment of condiments, toppings, and sides!
Ingredients
Brats – Brats are a German sausage and while they can contain veal, they’re most often made with raw pork. They have a natural casing that make them ‘pop’ when you bite into them. Bratwurst has savory seasonings, oftentimes caraway, garlic, and/or marjoram although Johnsonville brats come in many different flavors, so choose your favorite! Buns – A hearty bratwurst needs an nice sturdy roll! Use bakery rolls, brioche buns, hamburger buns, or hoagie rolls. They can be enjoyed on their own for a low carb or keto meal!
Toppings & Variations
We love to keep it simple with sauerkraut, chopped onion, and a grainy mustard. Here are some other favorites:
Try caramelized onions or add sliced bell peppers to the air fryer for the last 8 minutes of cooking time. Sweet or dill pickles, pickled red onions, or relish. Add cheese, ketchup, or your favorite burger sauce.
How to Cook Brats in the Air Fryer
While we do love grilled beer brats, these are great done right in the air fryer for a quick meal next to a bowl of coleslaw! Let them sit a few minutes before eating as they can burst and release hot juices. Serve them with slaw, beans, or fried potatoes!
More Easy Air Fryer Recipes
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