Grilled Iowa Brats on the Arteflame Grill

Introduction

Nothing beats the flavor of Grilled Iowa Brats cooked to perfection on the Arteflame grill. With a crispy charred exterior and juicy, flavorful inside, these brats are reverse seared over high heat for the best taste. Serve them with sauerkraut and mustard on a toasted bun for a classic Iowa-style meal.

Ingredients

• 4 Iowa-style bratwursts
• 4 brat buns
• 1 cup sauerkraut
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 tsp caraway seeds (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the soaked napkins inside the Arteflame grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins.
4. Light the napkins and allow the fire to build.
5. Let the grill heat up for about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Sear the Brats

1. Place the bratwursts directly on the center grill grate.
2. Sear each side for about 2 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
3. Move the brats to the flat-top cooktop to finish cooking.

Step 3: Cook to Perfection

1. Place the brats on the cooler part of the flat cooktop.
2. Turn occasionally, cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 150°F.
3. Remove from the grill as they will continue cooking off the heat.

Step 4: Toast the Buns & Cook the Sauerkraut

1. Butter the brat buns and place them on the outer cooktop.
2. Toast until golden brown.
3. Melt butter on the cooktop and add the sliced onions.
4. Sauté onions until soft, then add sauerkraut and caraway seeds.
5. Cook for 5 minutes until warm and slightly caramelized.

Step 5: Assemble and Serve

1. Place the brats in the toasted buns.
2. Top with sauerkraut and mustard.
3. Enjoy your Grilled Iowa Brats!

Tips

• Use butter for grilling instead of olive oil for better flavor.
• Cook everything on the Arteflame flat cooktop for even searing.
• Monitor the bratwurst temperature to avoid overcooking.
• Move food around the cooktop to take advantage of different heat zones.
• Remove brats 15°F below the final temp as they will continue cooking off the grill.

Variations

1. Cheesy Brats: Top the brats with melted cheddar cheese for extra flavor.
2. Spicy Brats: Add sliced jalapeños and drizzle with Sriracha.
3. Garlic Butter Brats: Brush the brats with garlic butter while cooking.
4. Beer Brats: Simmer the brats in beer with onions before grilling.
5. Bavarian Brats: Serve with stone-ground mustard and pretzel buns.

Best Pairings

• German Potato Salad
• Grilled Corn on the Cob
• Pretzel Bites with Beer Cheese
• Cold Lager or Pilsner
• Homemade Coleslaw

Conclusion

Grilled Iowa Brats on the Arteflame grill bring out deep, smoky flavors with a delicious crispy exterior. Perfect for any grilling occasion, this classic bratwurst recipe is elevated by the high-heat sear and even cooktop. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!