Jul 14 2026
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The Best Wurst Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

grilled knockwurst sausage, caramelized onions, provolone, chipotle mayo, pretzel roll

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Caramelize the Onions

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.

  2. 2

    Grill the Sausages

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the knockwurst sausages for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until they are heated through and have nice grill marks.

  3. 3

    Melt the Cheese

    During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of provolone cheese on each sausage to melt slightly.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Rolls

    While the sausages are grilling, slice the pretzel rolls in half. You can optionally toast them on the grill for 1-2 minutes until slightly crispy.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Sandwiches

    Spread chipotle mayo on the inside of each pretzel roll. Place the grilled knockwurst with melted provolone inside the roll, top with caramelized onions, and close the sandwich.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the sandwiches warm with your favorite sides.

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