Nurnberg Bratwurst

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds pork shoulder
  • 1 1/2 pounds veal
  • 1 pound bacon
  • 4 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons caraway seeds whole
  • 1 teaspoon mace
  • 1/2 teaspoon citric acid or ascorbic acid (vit. c) optional

Instructions

  1. Cut the pork shoulder, veal and bacon into pieces that will fit into your grinder; put them in the freezer and allow to partially freeze.
  2. Grind the meats through the small plate of your grinder, keep as cold as possible.
  3. Use a couple of ice cubes to help push all the meat through the grinder.
  4. Mix the salt, pepper, caraway seed, mace and citric acid (if using) together in a small bowl then sprinkle over the ground meats.
  5. Mix well for several minutes at low setting of a stand mixer.
  6. Stuff into hog casing and tie into 8 inch lengths.
  7. To cook bring a pot of water to a boil, then reduce heat to 170 degrees F. Add the sausages and cook for 15 minutes.
  8. Grill until browned and well marked over medium-high heat.
  9. Refrigerate a maximum of 4 days or better, vacuum pack and freeze for up to 6 months.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

413 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 23.6g 47% DV
Total Fat 24.1g 31% DV
Carbs 30.3g 11% DV
Fiber 11.6g 41% DV
Sugar 0.2g

Electrolytes

Sodium 10098.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 323.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 60mg 20% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 12mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 10.5mg 12% DV
Calcium 142.8mg 11% DV
Iron 8.2mg 46% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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