Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
7 unit

smoked mettwurst

24 ounce

beer

7 clove

garlic

crushed

2 tsp

coriander seeds

0.5 tsp

cracked black pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Place metts in a saucepan.

Step 2
~3 min

Add beer to the saucepan, ensuring the metts are covered.

Step 3
~3 min

Add crushed garlic, coriander seeds, and black pepper to the saucepan.

Step 4
~3 min

Simmer over low heat or on top of a grill for 15-20 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove metts from the liquid.

Step 6
~3 min

Place metts on a grill rack.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook over warm coals until warmed through and browned to your liking.

Step 8
~3 min

Optionally, place the metts back in the liquid to keep warm for a short while.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve hot on buns with your favorite condiments, such as mustard, minced onion, horseradish, cooked onion, cooked sweet peppers, or warmed drained sauerkraut.

Step 10
~3 min

Alternatively, serve on a plate with sauerkraut or cooked cabbage.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the metts are cooked through.

Adjust the amount of garlic to your liking.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

If you don't have a grill, you can bake the metts in the oven.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The metts can be simmered ahead of time and grilled just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of potato salad or coleslaw.

Offer a variety of condiments for topping the metts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

German potato salad
Coleslaw
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Cincinnati, Ohio

Cultural Significance

A local specialty, often served at festivals and events.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Baseball Games
Summer Cookouts

Occasion Tags

Summer Cookout
Tailgating
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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