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    Home » Appliance » Grilling Recipes

    Brat Sauce

    5 from 1 vote
    Posted May 22, 2019 (last updated June 17, 2021) by Wendy Polisi

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    Brats are always a good thing, but this Brat Sauce makes them irresistible! It is the perfect way to turn your grill out into something special. This recipe isn't a finicky one, so feel free to adjust the flavors to your liking. It makes much more mustard sauce than you'll need for a small gathering, and that is not by accident. I love this sauce with other grilled meats and it fabulous over roasted vegetables.

    Overhead photo of Brat Sauce surrounded by brats on a white platter.
    First Published: July 1, 2016...
    Last Updated: May 22, 2019

    Step Up Your Grill Out Game with This Brat Sauce!

    Who else gets excited by grilling season?

    Ok, truth be told I live in Florida. So grilling season it pretty much every day of the year except for the random two weeks scattered throughout the winter that it actually gets too cold.

    But still, there is something about the school year being over that has me looking forward to lazy afternoons with the kids by the pool.

    Anyone who knows me knows that one of my favorite things in the world is sauces.

    So when the men in the family demand Brats, I am all about coming up with the tastiest sauce to serve them with.

    This Smoky Mustard Sauce for Brats is so easy to make and really elevates your grill out. I love that it adds a touch of heat without being too hot for the kids. This sauce is unbelievably good and you will find yourself wanting to put it on everything. Feel free to adjust the sweetness and heat to your personal taste - I don't have much of a sweet tooth but one of my boys likes it on the sweeter side.

    Side photo of a white platter with brats and a mustard sauce for brats in the center.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How far ahead can this recipe be made?

    This recipe will keep for up to a week in the refrigerator. When entertaining, I like to make it a day ahead of time to allow the flavors to combine.

    What other condiments go with Brats?

    Brats are fabulous on hot dog buns with a sauce like this bratwurst sauce or mustard and ketchup. Top it off with relish or sauerkraut.

    Variations for This Recipe:

    • Any sweetener can be used in place of the honey.
    • Gluten-free tamari or Bragg's liquid aminos can be used in place of coconut aminos.
    • Use Dijon or Spicy Brown mustard in place of the yellow mustard.
    • Add in 1 to 2 tablespoons of Sriracha.
    • Add 1 teaspoon celery seed.
    Overhead photo of a bratwurst sauce garnished with parsely surrounded by brats.

    If You Like This Bratwurst Sauce You May Also Like:

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    Brat Sauce with Mustard

    It is fabulous with Brats, but you are going to want to put this flavorful sauce on everything! It is fantastic paired with grilled or roasted vegetables and also drizzled over chicken.

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    5 from 1 vote

    Brat Sauce

    These Brats with Smokey Mustard Sauce is an easy and delicious recipe for your next grill out! This sauce is unbelievably good and you will find yourself wanting to put it on everything.  Feel free to adjust the sweetness and heat to your personal taste.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time40 mins
    Total Time50 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American, Gluten Free
    Keyword: bold flavors, spicy
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 47kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup yellow mustard
    • 2 tablespoons honey
    • ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
    • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    • pinch of cayenne pepper
    • ½ teaspoon coconut aminos
    • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
    • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, combine mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, chili powder smoked paprika, onion powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Cook over medium low heat for 25 minutes.
      Photo of a mustard sauce in a saucepan against a white background.
    • Add coconut aminos, coconut oil and liquid smoke. Cook for another 15 minutes.
    • Remove from stove. Chill until ready to serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 192mg | Potassium: 44mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 305IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.4mg

    Bratwurst Recipes to Try:

    • Beer Brats from Dinner at the Zoo
    • One Skillet Bratwurst and Onions from Salt Pepper Skillet

    Filed Under:

    Appetizer RecipesGluten Free RecipesGrilling RecipesMain Dish Recipes

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    About Wendy Polisi

    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Robin Rue

      July 01, 2016 at 5:46 pm

      5 stars
      I need this mustard sauce in my life. I have never had a brat before, but this sauce would be phenomenal on my homemade pretzels.

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    2. Terri Steffes

      July 01, 2016 at 6:13 pm

      I'll have to try this mustard. Yum! I haven't heard of coconut aminos though. I'm going to have to look that one up.

      Reply
    3. Rachel Zampanti Langer

      July 01, 2016 at 9:20 pm

      Here in Wisconsin our brats are boiled in beer, grilled, and served with good old German sour Kraut. I honestly have some boiling on the stove right now! Haha! I will have to give this mustard a go - maybe it will change tradition.

      Reply
      • Darci

        February 06, 2023 at 12:25 am

        I am also from WI. Brought brats cut into rings with this sauce to a party here in CA...it was a huge hit, even with my fellow Wisconsinites and Midwesterners.

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    4. Http://tiarastantrums.com

      July 01, 2016 at 11:25 pm

      I love all the varieties that Johnsville offers. We tend to purchase their sweet Italian sausages. Those are our favorites.

      Reply
    5. Cassandra B. @PoweredbyBLING

      July 02, 2016 at 12:09 am

      I love coconut aminos! We use them instead of soy sauce. A brat with this mustard and some sauerkraut is my idea of summer heaven.

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    6. Cynthia L

      July 02, 2016 at 12:20 am

      I love Brats. My Mother is German and we have visited Germany many times. One of the first things I eat is a Brat from the market. This mustard sauce sounds really yummy. I will have to give it a try the next time we have Brats.

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    7. Blythe A.

      July 02, 2016 at 3:04 am

      I added this to my Yumprint cookbook. I love a good mustard sauce with great ingredients. Can't wait to try it out.

      Reply
    8. Yvonne Lo

      July 02, 2016 at 1:27 pm

      This looks like a yummy appetizer for a fancy dinner party or grill out! Got this pinned!

      | yvonnesowell.com |

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    9. Renée ♥ The Good Hearted Woman

      July 02, 2016 at 7:54 pm

      I've recently gone mostly plant-based, and we are on a Buddha BOwl kick this summer, so I'm definitely making some of this sauce - it sounds delicious!

      Reply
    10. Terryn Winfield

      July 02, 2016 at 11:28 pm

      You found a way to make brats look amazing! And they are gluten free, yay! My husband will be thrilled with me for making these, thanks!

      Reply
    11. jillconyers

      July 03, 2016 at 8:47 am

      I don't eat meat but I'm sure I could find a veggie dish that I could use the sauce with. It sounds delicious.

      Reply
    12. yonawilliams

      July 03, 2016 at 5:27 pm

      When I first read 'smoky mustard sauce,' I didn't expect it to look like that, and now I want to try it even more. I read the ingredients, and would have never guessed some of them. Sounds really tasty!

      Reply
    13. Ana De Jesus

      July 03, 2016 at 10:08 pm

      The smoky mustard sauce looks amazing. I would love these with veggie brats and I am a fan of smoked sauce x

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    14. Maria - Tough Cookie Mommy

      July 04, 2016 at 2:22 am

      This is such a delicious appetizer for any outdoor family event. I love the idea of being able to dip them in this delicious mustard sauce.

      Reply
    15. Wendy Polisi

      November 25, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      That is what I cooked it but I have great heavy pots. If you don't have heavy pots or your stove runs hot you may need to adjust.

      Reply
      • Dana

        November 27, 2016 at 6:10 pm

        Thanks Wendy!

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    16. Justin @ Salt Pepper Skillet

      May 24, 2019 at 4:37 pm

      This looks so good. Definitely want to try it next time I make brats.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        May 24, 2019 at 5:23 pm

        If you do let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    17. Steven Thompson

      October 31, 2019 at 1:03 am

      This sauce sounds delicious. Lucky for me I have a party to go to tomorrow and little brat bites with a smokey mustard sauce will be perfect!

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        November 02, 2019 at 9:52 am

        Hope you enjoy it Steven!

        Reply
    18. Carrie

      March 30, 2020 at 8:39 am

      Hi Wendy,

      Does this sauce have a strong mustard taste? I'm not a fan of mustard but don't mind it in recipes as long as it doesn't taste "Mustardy".

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        March 31, 2020 at 2:26 pm

        It is a mustard sauce, so it does taste like mustard. It has more complex flavors, but I wouldn't recommend it if you hate mustard.

        Reply

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