Cooking Grimm's Bavarian Smokies: A Step-By-Step Guide

Grimm's Bavarian Smokies are a delicious blend of pork and beef seasoned with spices and seasonings, perfect for grilling. There are several ways to cook these mouthwatering sausages, including grilling, boiling, baking, and frying. For instance, to grill Grimm's Bavarian Smokies, preheat your grill to medium heat and cook the sausages for 9-12 minutes, turning them frequently until they are uniformly browned. Alternatively, boil water, beer, or tomato sauce in a large pot, fully submerge the sausages, and boil for 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 °F (74 °C). You can also bake the sausages in the oven or fry them in a pan with oil for a crispy texture. Regardless of the cooking method, always ensure that the sausages are cooked thoroughly before serving.

How to cook Grimm's Bavarian Smokies on a barbecue grill

Step 1:

Start by preheating your barbecue grill to medium heat. Grimm's Bavarian Smokies are made with a blend of pork and beef, so you'll want to cook them slowly to ensure they're cooked through while also achieving a nice char.

Step 2:

Once your grill is preheated, place the smokies on the grate, ensuring they are positioned indirectly above the heat source. This will help to cook them evenly without burning the exterior.

Step 3:

Cook the smokies for 8 to 10 minutes, turning them frequently. You're aiming for a deep golden brown colour on the exterior, and when a thermometer is inserted into the centre, it should read 165°F (74°C).

Step 4:

Once the smokies have reached the desired colour and internal temperature, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute and ensure the sausages stay moist.

Step 5:

After resting, you can serve the smokies whole or slice them diagonally for use in recipes like tacos or alongside sides such as beans and cucumber salad. If you're slicing them, be sure to add them back to the grill for a few minutes to get a nice char on the cut sides.

Tips:

For best results, don't overcook the smokies. They are already fully cooked, so you're really just heating them through and adding some colour and flavour from the grill. Additionally, if you're using a grill pan, lightly brush it with canola oil before adding the smokies to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.

How to cook Grimm's Bavarian Smokies on a stovetop

Option 1:

• Add a half-inch of water to a pan and place it on your stovetop.
• Place the smokies in the pan.
• Cover the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.

Option 2:

• Fill a pot with water and place it on your stovetop.
• Bring the water to a boil.
• Remove the pot from the heat.
• Place the smokies into the water.
• Cover the pot with a lid and let the smokies sit for 8-10 minutes.

Please note that Grimm's Bavarian Smokies are fully cooked and ready to eat straight out of the package. These stovetop methods are simply to heat them up and add some extra flavor and crunch.

How to cook Grimm's Bavarian Smokies in an oven

Ingredients:

• Grimm's Bavarian Smokies
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Optional: an onion, sliced into thin strips
• Optional: lime zest and juice
• Optional: chilli powder

Method:

Preheat your oven to 400 °F (204 °C). While you are waiting for the oven to heat up, you can prepare your smokies. Cut 2 diagonal slits, approximately ¼-inch deep, on both sides of the smokies. Brush or spray the smokies with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Place the smokies on a tray lined with parchment paper, leaving a small amount of space between each one. If you are cooking a lot of smokies, you may need to cook them in batches or use multiple trays. Place the tray in the oven and cook for 8-10 minutes, until the smokies are a deep golden brown. If you would like to add some extra flavour, you can cook the smokies with sliced onions. Simply toss the onions in olive oil and a pinch of salt, and add them to the tray before placing it in the oven.

Once the smokies are cooked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

How to cook Grimm's Bavarian Smokies in an air fryer

Firstly, note that Grimm's Bavarian Smokies are made from a blend of pork and beef and are fully cooked and ready to eat. Therefore, you are simply heating them up.

To cook Grimm's Bavarian Smokies in an air fryer, first, pierce the sausages a few times all over with a sharp knife. This is optional, but it will help to release more fat. Next, lightly coat the sausages in oil and place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 180°C (some sources suggest 400°F) and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every 5 minutes, until the sausages are cooked through. If you have a meat thermometer, check that they have reached 75°C in the middle.

Your smokies are now ready to be served as a side for breakfast or in buns. Enjoy!

How to make a taco with Grimm's Bavarian Smokies

Ingredients

• 5 Grimm's Original Bavarian Smokies (1 x 450g package)
• 12 Grimm's Wheat & Corn Tortillas (1 x 300g package)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium red onion, sliced into thin strips (about 2” in length)
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• 2 teaspoons chilli powder
• Corn & black bean salsa (store-bought or homemade)
• Spicy guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
• 10-12 cherry tomatoes, quartered
• ¼ iceberg lettuce, shredded
• ¼ purple cabbage, shredded
• Handful of cilantro, chopped, or picked leaves
• Thinly sliced jalapeños
• Tortilla chips, to serve with the guacamole and salsa

Method

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the smokies on the grill over direct heat and cook for 10-12 minutes, until nicely charred. Remove from the grill and set aside on a cutting board until cooled.

Turn the heat under your griddle or skillet to medium and add the olive oil. Once the oil is warm, add the onions with a pinch of salt and cook slowly, adjusting the heat as needed, until soft, golden, and slightly browned—this should take about 8-10 minutes.

While the onions are cooking, slice the cooled smokies into thin pieces on a diagonal. When the onions are almost done, add the sliced smokies, chilli powder, lime zest, and lime juice to the pan. Stir to combine, then raise the heat to medium-high. Cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lime juice has evaporated and the smokies are moist but crispy.

To serve, place the smokies and onions in the tortillas and top with the corn and black bean salsa, spicy guacamole, and any other desired toppings. Enjoy!

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