German Currywurst
A beloved Berlin street food classic featuring juicy, pan-seared beef sausages smothered in a rich, spiced tomato curry sauce.
Ingredients
- •4 high-quality kosher beef sausages (frankfurter or bratwurst style)
- •1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as canola or sunflower)
- •1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- •1 cup tomato ketchup
- •1/2 cup tomato passata or tomato sauce
- •1 tablespoon mild curry powder
- •1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- •1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- •1 tablespoon brown sugar
- •1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (ensure it is anchovy-free/kosher certified)
- •Extra curry powder for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the curry powder and smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the ketchup, tomato passata, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Simmer the sauce on low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly. If you prefer a smooth sauce, use an immersion blender to puree it.
- 5
While the sauce simmers, heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat with a light coating of oil.
- 6
Pan-fry the beef sausages until they are browned and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- 7
Remove the sausages from the pan, slice them into bite-sized rounds, and arrange them on plates.
- 8
Pour the warm curry sauce generously over the sausage slices and finish with a final dusting of curry powder.
💡 Chef tips
- For the best texture, use a high-quality beef sausage that has a natural casing to ensure a satisfying 'snap' when bitten.
- The sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator; simply reheat it gently before serving.
- Serve with a side of crispy oven-baked potato wedges or a crusty baguette to soak up the extra sauce.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished dish features golden-brown, savory sausages coated in a glossy, sweet-and-spicy tomato sauce that smells intensely of warm spices.