It's very easy to make mistakes when freezing bratwurst . We have the best tips and tricks for you to keep your bratwurst frozen for months and thus make it last a long time. With this guide, you can easily freeze your bratwurst and then prepare it perfectly.

Freezing extends the shelf life of the sausage . You probably already know that. But it's just like freezing meat. If you buy fresh meat or sausage from the butcher (which you should always do), go ahead and buy larger quantities. You usually save money and time if you freeze the products. You probably already do that with minced meat . But bratwursts are also designed to be frozen. You can also wrap them in cling film and then put them in the freezer and freeze them. That way you only have to go to the butcher once and you can simply defrost the bratwurst you've bought and use the time you've saved to grill. A tip: have the bratwurst vacuum-packed - that way you can buy it in bulk straight away.

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How should the sausages be stored? Do all sausages last for weeks or months? When do they go bad more quickly and how do they actually differ? Here is an overview.

Nuremberg Bratwurst is a traditional German sausage made from minced meat and can be stored in bratwurst packs in the freezer. Nuremberg Bratwurst must be made in Nuremberg to be called such. Before you freeze the bratwurst you have bought, you should vacuum seal it or wrap it in cling film. Make sure that you do not interrupt the cold chain too much so that you can prevent the formation of bacteria. Nuremberg Bratwurst will keep for three to six months in the freezer at minus 18 degrees. If packaged in a freezer-burn-proof manner, it will even last for up to twelve months.

Franconian Bratwurst is a traditional bratwurst speciality from Franconia, which is made from minced meat. A distinction is made between the fine bratwurst and the coarse bratwurst . The raw sausages are suitable for freezing. Before you put the bratwurst you have bought in the freezer, you should vacuum seal them or wrap them in cling film to freeze them gently. The cold chain should not be interrupted to prevent the formation of bacteria. Franconian Bratwurst will keep for three to six months in the freezer at minus 18 degrees. If packed in a freezer-safe manner, it will even last for up to twelve months.

Coburger Bratwurst is a popular type of sausage that is available both raw and pre-cooked. It originally comes from Coburg in Franconia. The Coburger Bratwurst must be made in Coburg to be called that. Make sure that you vacuum seal the sausage or put it in cling film. Do not interrupt the cold chain for too long if you want to freeze it. This will prevent the formation of bacteria. Coburger Bratwurst will keep for three to six months frozen at minus 18 degrees. If packaged in a freezer-burn-proof manner, it will even last for up to twelve months.

Thuringian Bratwurst is a delicious meat specialty from the east of Germany. To be more precise: Thuringia. To make the Bratwurst last longer, it is a good idea to freeze it. Thuringian Bratwurst is perfectly suitable for this, as it is a raw Bratwurst . Thuringian Bratwurst must be made in Thuringia to be called such. Otherwise it would be called Thuringian Bratwurst. Make sure that you vacuum seal the sausage or wrap it in cling film. Important: Do not interrupt the cold chain for too long. This will prevent the formation of bacteria. Thuringian Bratwurst will keep for three to six months when frozen at minus 18 degrees. If packaged in a freezer-burn-proof manner, it can even last up to twelve months.

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The fresh bratwurst should be packed in an airtight freezer bag and labeled before freezing it. Better yet, vacuum seal it so that it is protected from freezer burn. The label serves as a guide for you. Write the date of freezing on the packaging. This way you know exactly how long it has been in the freezer. At a maximum of -18°C in the freezer, the frozen bratwurst usually lasts between three and six months. If it is vacuum sealed, the sausage can even last up to twelve months. It is also important to note that you cannot freeze boiled bratwursts . And you do not need to freeze smoked bratwursts either. It is better to store them in or outside the refrigerator for several weeks.

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When defrosting, it is important to follow a few tips and tricks to preserve the taste of the bratwurst . It is best to defrost the bratwurst slowly in the fridge or on the grill. You should never defrost bratwurst in the microwave, as this can lead to bacteria forming and the taste being affected. So take your bratwurst out of the freezer or freezer compartment the day before you prepare it and let it defrost overnight in the fridge. You do not have to take it out of the vacuum packaging. On the contrary. If you remove it from the packaging, this will encourage bacteria. It is important that you do not put the sausages on the grill or in the pan while they are still frozen. This will destroy the taste and consistency. But: If you defrost the bratwurst properly and then bring it to room temperature (take it out of the fridge 30 minutes beforehand), the best result is guaranteed.

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