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Traditional Currywurst Recipe

This dish features juicy bratwurst sausages smothered in a flavorful curry ketchup sauce, giving it a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. It's typically served with crispy fries or a crusty bread roll, making it an irresistible snack or main meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine German
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Frying pan or grill
  • Small saucepan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Bratwurst sausages
  • 1 Tbsp Oil (for frying)
  • ½ Cup ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 Tsp Curry powder (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 Tsp Paprika
  • 1 Tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tsp Sugar
  • ½ Tsp Vinegar
  • ¼ Tsp Salt
  • ¼ Tsp Black pepper
  • ¼ Cup Water

Instructions
 

  • Cook the sausages
    Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the sausages for about 8 to 10 minutes turning them until they are browned and fully cooked. You can also grill them for extra flavor.
  • Make the sauce
    In a small saucepan mix ketchup curry powder paprika Worcestershire sauce sugar vinegar salt and black pepper. Add water and stir. Heat on low for 5 minutes stirring occasionally until it thickens.
  • Slice the sausages
    Take the cooked sausages and cut them into bite-sized slices.
  • Pour the sauce
    Spoon the warm curry sauce over the sliced sausages.
  • Sprinkle curry powder
    Add a little extra curry powder on top for more flavor.
  • Serve
    Enjoy with fries or bread on the side.

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Notes

  • Use high-quality bratwurst for the best taste and texture.
  • Adjust the curry powder to make the sauce milder or spicier.
  • If you prefer a smokier taste, grill the sausages instead of frying.
  • Let the sauce cook longer for a thicker, richer texture.
Keyword Currywurst, German Cuisine, Sausage