{"id":361,"date":"2021-06-20T14:16:29","date_gmt":"2021-06-20T14:16:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bratsandbeer.com\/?p=361"},"modified":"2021-06-20T14:18:18","modified_gmt":"2021-06-20T14:18:18","slug":"kielbasa-vs-bratwurst-differences-calories-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bratsandbeer.com\/kielbasa-vs-bratwurst-differences-calories-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Kielbasa Vs Bratwurst : Differences, Calories & Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Classic chicken, pork, and turkey sausages always are the talk of the town, but we can\u2019t leave it at that. There are thousands of other permutations and combinations of sausages that you wouldn\u2019t have ever even heard of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bratwurst is a classic German sausage made out of pork with finely chopped meat and an array of different seasonings. Kielbasa is somewhat different which can be made with several meats such as chicken, pork, veal, beef, turkey, or even lamb. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two very interesting facts about this particular sausage is its flavour and shape. Other sausages are straight or slightly bent, but this one literally looked like the alphabet \u2018U\u2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kielbasa also has a natural smoky texture, so you really don\u2019t need to put in any extra effort with charcoal to bring out that flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s explore the key differences between Bratwurst vs Kielbasa<\/strong> and how you can make the best dishes out of both. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Differences<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Key Differences between Bratwurst And Kielbasa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Below are a few differences between Bratwurst and Kielbasa:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.\u00a0Flavor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Your typical Bratwurst is normally seasoned with ginger, sage, nutmeg, and caraway seeds. However, Kielbasa has a very pungent garlic flavour. At times, they also add cloves, kosher salt, black pepper, and pimento to the sausage.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Smokiness<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Kielbasa naturally has a smoky ring to it. However, Bratwurst doesn\u2019t. You can add the smoky flavour by directly exposing the sausage to a flame. Use charcoal\/your stove to do the same. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\u00a0Ready to Eat<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

One lesser known fact about both these sausages is that one needs to barbecue, grill, or cook Bratwurst to consume it, but Kielbasa can be had as it is. It barely needs any cooking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.\u00a0Sides<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Brats are best when soaked in beer and flavoured with sauerkraut whereas Kielbasa are awesome with grilled peppers and onions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.\u00a0Meat<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Brats are generally a mixture of pork and veal, whereas Kielbasa can be made out of any meat. The highlight is the seasoning. Kiels also come in different types as per spice and flavour levels.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The burning question still remains. I don\u2019t mean, \u201cWhich sausage is better?\u201d because that really is subjective. The Polish admire their own creation, and so do the German. These sausages have also spread to other countries like The States, but like our grandmothers would say, once a classic, always a classic. They\u2019ll be best served in their native countries.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calorie Counts Of Bratwurst and Kielbasa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The question is, \u201cHow many calories do each of the sausages have?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bratwurst: 297<\/strong> calories and Kielbasa: 226 <\/strong>calories\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this shock you? Even though they can afford to take up at least one meal of the day, know that the calorie count doesn\u2019t stop there. A bunch of ingredients like oil, stock, onion, garlic, beer, bread, cabbage is paired with them. It can take up around 500-800 calories safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips to Cook Kielbasa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Kielbasa<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

There are different ways of cooking this sausage. They include:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.\u00a0Ready to Eat<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned earlier, some types of Kielbasa can be eaten once bought from the butcher\/store. Dice it into small pieces and have it as it is. You could add a sauce on the side! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.\u00a0Boiling<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Take a large pot, add water or stock as per your liking, and throw in the Kielbasa sausages for 30 minutes. The internal temperature should touch 175 degrees for it to cook to perfection. Check the temperature using a thermometer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\u00a0Grill<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a skillet or wired grill. Throw in your charcoal, or place it on the gas. Grill the sausages for 8-12 minutes on either side to get a golden-brown colour! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.\u00a0Frying<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Heat up a pan on your stove. Chop your sausage. Drizzle some oil or butter and simply add your Kielbasa to it. Cook for a lower period- 6-9 minutes since the pieces will be much smaller and easier to cook!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dishes we can make using both Bratwurst and Kielbasa Sausages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let’s discuss some easy and yet famous dishes that you can make out of bratwurst and kielbasa sausages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bratwurst Dishes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

1. A classic bratwurst and sauerkraut hotdog\/sandwich:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most typical yet popular combination. All you need to do is cook the bratwurst with some onions and sauerkraut pieces and serve it with bread in almost a hotdog shape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.\u00a0Beer bratwurst<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This follows the same process as the above mentioned dish. The only addition is the beer instead of adding chicken stock or water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\u00a0Bratwurst and Potato Salad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cook the sausage as you\u2019d cook it with your veggies. Add a warm potato salad lightly seasoned with salt and pepper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kielbasa Dishes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

1.\u00a0Pasta with Kielbasa<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

All you need to do is cook a batch of white-sauce pasta. Add your cream, cheese, and pepper first. Then, fry the sausage separately and add it to the mix towards the end. This one is a delight! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.\u00a0Broccoli and Peppers with Kielbasa<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chop up the sausage along with the veggies. Drizzle some oil, toss it in your pan, and you\u2019ll have your delicious meal ready in no time! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\u00a0Roasted Kielbasa + Veggies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Save some calories on this one by lightly seasoning your veggies with oil, herbs, and spices. Dice your sausage into pieces. Put all the ingredients on a tray and pop it in the oven for 20 minutes! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These were a few of the best dishes you could make with two of the most popular sausages worldwide. They\u2019re delightful to consume!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is my favorite dish using Kielbasa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recipe for Kielbasa with Pepper and Potatoes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll get to learn how a Kielbasa sausage is cooked, along with other ingredients that work well with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients: (Serves 6-7)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Vegetable Oil\/Butter <\/li>
  2. 6-7 diced potatoes <\/li>
  3. 2-3 diced Kielbasa Sausages (Depends on how much meat you\u2019d like to consume)<\/li>
  4. 1-2 yellow and red bell peppers each <\/li>
  5. Seasoning: Herbs, Paprika, Salt, Pepper <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Procedure:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Start by heating your pan on medium flame. Drizzle some oil.<\/li>
    2. Once that is heated, add your diced potatoes and sausages to the pan. Stir it around for a few minutes. Cover the lid and let it cook for at least 20 minutes. <\/li>
    3. Your potatoes should be tender and meat cooked as per your liking. Add the yellow and red bell peppers at the 15-16th minute. Cook your peppers till they are soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside! <\/li>
    4. Season with herbs and spices. Char some baguette and cut it into smaller pieces. <\/li>
    5. Enjoy your meal! <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Remember to cook your sausage over medium heat for a total of 20 minutes. Once the time\u2019s up, your Kielbasa should have an internal temperature of 175 degrees fahrenheit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      We hope this article- Bratwurst vs Kielbasa,<\/strong> helped you out to collect the useful information that you needed. Happy Cooking!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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