This copycat Oktoberfest Knockwurst Sandwich is my version of a terrific sandwich I’d had while on vacation in Northern Wisconsin.
I loved the knockwurst sandwich I had SO much; I had it twice during the six days we were on vacation. And after that first bite, I knew I wanted to replicate it as soon as possible when we got home…so I did!
My Kudos Kitchen copycat version of their Knockwurst Sandwich is just as delicious as I remember the original sandwich tasting, and now I can eat one whenever I want, without having to travel 6 hours to get one!!
**Please Note – The printable recipe card with detailed instructions and complete ingredient measurements for making Oktoberfest Knockwurst Sandwich with Sauerkraut & Munster Cheese is available near the end of this post.
Just for fun, below is the photo I took at the Northern Wisconsin Pub (Otto’s Beer and Brat Garden) of the Knockwurst sandwich I had. I don’t always take photos of my restaurant food unless I’m on vacation, or unless it’s something I want to try and recreate. This time, this sandwich ticked both of those boxes!
In the above photo from Otto’s, you’ll notice they served their sandwich with super crispy kettle chips, and a side of thousand islands dressing. I wanted to mimic the entire gastronomic experience, so I did the same. Sadly, I forgot the pickle spear. LOL
The ingredients you’ll need to make your own Knockwurst Sandwich, Kudos Kitchen Style are as follows;
- knockwurst
- pretzel buns
- butter
- garlic powder
- sauerkraut
- Munster cheese slices
- mayonnaise
- ketchup
- sweet relish
- horseradish
- smoked paprika
- salt and pepper
What if I don’t have, or don’t like knockwurst? Can I substitute another type of sausage?
- By all means, substitute any type of sausage you like. Bratwurst, smoked sausage, Polish sausage, and even hot dogs would be a great substitution.
- I suggest, however, if using bratwurst to cook it first, slice it lengthwise and then pan fry it to get the maximum flavor, just like with the knockwurst.
My local grocery store doesn’t carry knockwurst. Where can I purchase it?
- I purchased mine at our local butcher shop but sadly, they don’t ship.
- You can, however, purchase knockwurst sausage through Amazon.com, and I’ll make sure to leave an affiliate link down below so you can purchase some if you’d like.
What if I don’t like sauerkraut? What then?
- Well, since this sandwich is all about Oktoberfest, I would suggest you only add a tiny bit, and then get over it. LOL
- OR, what about coleslaw as a substitution? It will be a completely different sandwich as far as taste, but still tasty none the less!
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I hope you’ve worked up an appetite! Let me walk you through the making of an Oktoberfest Knockwurst Sandwich, starting with the homemade 1000 islands dressing;
- In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet relish, prepared horseradish, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Chill until ready to serve.
- Butter both sides of pretzel rolls and sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Bake the rolls in a preheated 350-degree oven until crisp. Approximately 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Slice the knockwurst sausage in half lengthwise and fry them in a skillet with until browned on both sides.
- Remove the skin from the sausage after cooking.
- Place sliced Munster cheese on the bottom buttered bun.
- Top with 2 browned sausage halves, and a liberal helping of sauerkraut.
- Top with additional Munster cheese and bake in a preheated oven until the cheese has melted.
- Top the sandwich with the pretzel roll top, and serve with the 1000 islands dressing, and chips if desired.
For additional Oktoberfest inspired recipes I’ve shared in the past, please click on the following titles for;
Below is the printable recipe card for today’s Oktoberfest Knockwurst Sandwich with Sauerkraut & Munster Cheese. If you’ve enjoyed this recipe and look forward to making it (or have already made it), I’d appreciate if you’d take a moment to give it some feedback by way of stars near the comment section at the end of this post. Thank you so much!
- 4 knockwurst cut in half lengthwise
- 4 pretzel rolls
- 4 tablespoons butter softened
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 cup sauerkraut
- 8 slices Munster cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- pinch black pepper
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In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, horseradish, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
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Spread the softened butter both sides of the pretzel rolls and sprinkle with garlic powder. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven until golden and crispy (approximately 7 - 10 minutes). Remove.
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In a large skillet, brown the cut sausages on both sides. Remove the outer casing, and keep warm.
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Place one slice of cheese on the bottom bun, top with 2 cooked sausage halves, sauerkraut, and another slice of cheese.
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Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven until the cheese is melted.
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Add the top bun and serve hot along with the prepared 1000 sauce for spreading, or dipping.
Tools and equipment;
small bowl, spoon, measuring spoons, measuring cups, large skillet, chef's knife, butter knife, baking sheet, baking rack (optional).
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Holy cow, this sandwich looks phenomenal! I loooove knockwurst, and the flavors here sound amazing. It looks really hearty and scrumptious, I’m excited to try this one!
Thanks, Dini! Hearty is a good way to describe this sandwich 🙂
I have such fond memories of Oktoberfest with my Gpa, gonna make this this weekend, love the pretzel style bun idea too!
I know you’re going to love this sandwich, Justine. Enjoy, and happy Oktoberfest!! 🙂
Can’t wait to try these amazing sandwiches, they’re beyond delicious! And LOVE the pretzel rolls. YUM.
I’m anxious for you to try them too. If you’re like me, you’ll be hooked! Enjoy!
Love this festive sandwich…perfect for an Oktoberfest celebration!
Thanks so much, Marjory! I’m so happy you like it!!
Now this is my kind of sandwich! I’m going to try it with bratwurst since I happen to have some in the fridge (along with sauerkraut, because of course!) but I will start looking for knockwurst too next time I’m at the store!
Brats will work wonderfully well. I’m going to use them next time, too.
Enjoy the sandwich!!
OMG! I need to give this a try!
You honestly do, Toni! I have no doubt you’re going to fall in love with it!
WOW this looks amazing!! I don’t know what I’m more excited about: that cheese or the pretzel bun!! I can’t wait to try it out. Thank you so much for sharing!
I know you’ll love this sandwich, Miranda. Enjoy!
I just tried this recipe over the weekend and I was SO happy with it!!!! Thank you for sharing!
That is wonderful. Thanks so much for letting me know!
Have a great day!