Berliner Currywurst
Berlin Currywurst is fried or grilled sausage sliced and covered with a warm tomato-ketchup sauce, then dusted generously with curry powder.
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Instructions
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- 1
Fry or grill the sausages until browned and cooked through.
- 2
Cook tomato paste briefly in a saucepan, then stir in ketchup, water, vinegar, Worcestershire, sugar, curry powder, cayenne, and salt.
- 3
Simmer the sauce for 8 to 10 minutes until glossy and balanced.
- 4
Slice the hot sausages into bite-size rounds.
- 5
Spoon over the hot sauce and finish with an extra dusting of curry powder.
Cook notes
Tips
The final curry-powder dusting is characteristic.
Keep the sauce tangy and savory rather than honey-sweet.
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Helpful notes
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Storage Tips
- Store leftover Currywurst in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
What to Serve With
- French fries
- Bread roll
- Mayonnaise
Common Mistakes
- The final curry-powder dusting is characteristic.
- Keep the sauce tangy and savory rather than honey-sweet.
Recipe FAQ
What defines Berliner Currywurst?
Berlin Currywurst is fried or grilled sausage sliced and covered with a warm tomato-ketchup sauce, then dusted generously with curry powder.
What should I avoid when making Berliner Currywurst?
The final curry-powder dusting is characteristic.
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