Currywurst
A classic German street food featuring grilled sausages smothered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce, served with crispy fries.
40m4Servings
Nutrition
715kcal
20gProtein
54gCarbs
47gFat
Ingredients
CURRYWURST SAUCE
Olive Oil
2 tbsp
Onion
1 piece
Curry Powder
2 tbsp
Smoked Paprika
1 tsp
Cumin
1 tsp
Turmeric
½ tsp
Crushed Tomatoes
15 oz
Worcestershire Sauce
1 tbsp
Sugar
1 tsp
Salt
To taste
to taste
Black Pepper
¼ tsp
CURRYWURST
Bratwurst Sausages
5 pieces
FOR SERVING
French Fries
1 lb
Curry Powder
1 pinch
Equipment
Immersion Blender
Grill
Instructions
1Prepare the Sauce Base
10m
10mSauté Onions
Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent, but not browned.
Toast Spices
Add curry powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric to the saucepan. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, toasting the spices.
2Simmer the Sauce
20m
20mAdd Tomatoes and Seasoning
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in the sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Simmer and Reduce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing it to thicken and flavors to meld. The sauce should be less watery.
Blend the Sauce
Carefully use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth. Be cautious of splattering hot sauce. If you don't have an immersion blender, transfer to a regular blender (allow to cool slightly first) and blend until smooth.
3Grill the Sausages
15m
15mPreheat Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Ensure the grates are clean and lightly oiled.
Grill Sausages
Place the bratwurst sausages on the hot grill. Grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
4Assemble and Serve
5m
5mSlice Sausages
Once cooked, remove the sausages from the grill and let them rest for a minute. Slice them into bite-sized pieces.
Plate the Dish
Arrange the sliced sausages on a plate. Spoon a generous amount of the currywurst sauce over the sausages.
Add Fries and Garnish
Serve with a side of french fries. Sprinkle a little extra curry powder over the sausages and sauce for garnish.
Tips
For an authentic taste, use a good quality curry powder and don't skip toasting the spices; it significantly enhances their aroma and flavor.
Ensure the sauce is simmered long enough to thicken properly; a watery sauce will dilute the dish.
Grill the sausages until they have nice char marks and are cooked through, but be careful not to overcook them, which can make them dry.
The immersion blender is key for a smooth, restaurant-style sauce. If you don't have one, a regular blender works, but be mindful of the hot liquid.