Currywurst with Fries (Currywurst Pommes Frites)

currywurst with pommes frites produced in April 2026 by martin wilhelm döhring

Ingredients (for 2 servings)

For the Curry Sauce

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 cup tomato ketchup (about 250 ml)

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 tbsp mild curry powder (plus extra for sprinkling)

• 1 tsp sweet paprika

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for depth)

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp vinegar (apple cider or white)

• A splash of water (to adjust consistency)

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sausages

• 2 German Bratwursts or Bockwursts (pre-cooked)

• A drizzle of oil for frying or grilling

For the Fries

• 3 medium potatoes (or frozen fries for convenience)

• Vegetable oil for deep-frying

• Salt to taste

Preparation

1. Make the Curry Sauce

1. Heat oil in a small saucepan.

2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to caramelize slightly.

4. Add ketchup, curry powder, paprika, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and a splash of water.

5. Simmer gently for 5–10 minutes, stirring often, until thick and glossy.

6. Adjust seasoning — it should taste sweet, tangy, and warmly spiced.

7. Keep warm.

2. Prepare the Sausages

1. Grill or pan-fry the sausages until golden brown and slightly crisp.

2. Slice them into bite-sized pieces (traditionally thick rounds).

3. Fry the Fries

1. Peel and cut potatoes into sticks.

2. Rinse and pat dry.

3. Fry twice: first at 160 °C (320 °F) for 3–4 minutes, then at 180 °C (355 °F) until golden and crisp.

4. Drain on paper towels and salt immediately.

4. Assemble

• Place the sliced sausages in a fluted paper tray or on a plate.

• Spoon the warm curry sauce generously over them.

• Sprinkle lightly with extra curry powder for aroma.

• Add the fries beside the sausage — golden, crisp, irresistible.

Serving Tip

Serve with a small wooden fork, a cold beer, and a napkin — just like at a Berlin street stand. Optional: add a dollop of mayonnaise next to the fries for the full German experience.