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German Curry Sausage

A cozy and comforting dish reminiscent of a classic German street food, this easy homemade Currywurst is perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: German
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausages
  • 4 pieces German sausages (Bratwurst, Bockwurst, or your favorite sausage; about 1–1.25 lb total)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or olive oil)
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup ketchup (use low-sugar if preferred)
  • 2 tbsp curry powder (plus extra for serving)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (or sweet paprika)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
  • 1–2 tsp brown sugar or apple jam (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup water (or beer for extra flavor)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
To Serve
  • Optional garnish: chopped parsley or extra curry powder
  • fries, crusty bread, or a simple green salad

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat sausages dry. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook sausages for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (internal temp ~160°F / 71°C for pork). Remove and keep warm.
  3. Tip: For extra char, finish on a hot grill or under the broiler for 1–2 minutes.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté 3–5 minutes until soft and translucent. Scrape up any browned bits — they add flavor.
  2. Reduce heat to low, add ketchup, curry powder, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and water (or beer). Stir to combine.
  3. Simmer the sauce for 8–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and well-blended.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, more curry powder, or a splash of vinegar if it needs brightness.
Serving
  1. Slice the sausages into bite-sized pieces and return to the pan to warm for 1–2 minutes and soak up the sauce.
  2. Serve immediately with a generous pour of curry sauce, extra curry powder, and fries or bread on the side.

Notes

Healthier swaps include using turkey or chicken sausages, low-sugar ketchup, and serving with baked sweet potato fries. For a vegan version, replace sausages with vegan options and use maple syrup instead of brown sugar. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.