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Boiling the bratwurst will cook the inside through and allow you to cook the outside to a perfect finish, as raw bratwurst would burn on the outside before cooking all the way through if prepared on a grill or skillet.
Simmer the brats until they reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit in the center, about 5 to 10 minutes according to their thickness. Reserve the cooking liquid. Heat a few tablespoons of butter or oil in a pan over medium heat. Dry the brats with a paper towel and saute them until the casing crisps, about 4 to 5 minutes.