CURRYWURST
This German dish is prepared by deep frying the pork sausage, slicing it into pieces, and topping it with a rich tomato sauce and spicy curry powder. Interestingly, the currywurst was invented by Berlin resident, Herta Heuwer. She got the idea of mixing the curry spices with tomato sauce and pouring it over the sausage. It became an instant hit when she sold it as a street snack. Up to this day, the currywurst remains a popular dish among Germans.
This German dish is prepared by deep frying the pork sausage, slicing it into pieces, and topping it with a rich tomato sauce and spicy curry powder. Interestingly, the currywurst was invented by Berlin resident, Herta Heuwer. She got the idea of mixing the curry spices with tomato sauce and pouring it over the sausage. It became an instant hit when she sold it as a street snack. Up to this day, the currywurst remains a popular dish among Germans.
GERMAN POTATO SALAD
This filling dish is an integral part of the German food culture. Its history can be traced back to the 18th century when ruler, Frederick the Great wanted his subjects to include more potatoes in their diet. Later on, this became a favourite of Emperor Wilhelm. Since it was invented, a lot of varieties have been concocted such as adding bacon bits, herbs, etc. But potatoes are still the main ingredient which makes this a special dish.
This filling dish is an integral part of the German food culture. Its history can be traced back to the 18th century when ruler, Frederick the Great wanted his subjects to include more potatoes in their diet. Later on, this became a favourite of Emperor Wilhelm. Since it was invented, a lot of varieties have been concocted such as adding bacon bits, herbs, etc. But potatoes are still the main ingredient which makes this a special dish.
PORK KNUCKLE WITH SAUERKRAUT
A traditional food during Oktoberfest, this culinary staple was inspired by the pig lovers in the country. It’s prepared by boiling the pork knuckle and serving it together with peas and sauerkraut puree. The result is a yummy combination that is also served best with beers!
A traditional food during Oktoberfest, this culinary staple was inspired by the pig lovers in the country. It’s prepared by boiling the pork knuckle and serving it together with peas and sauerkraut puree. The result is a yummy combination that is also served best with beers!
BERLINERS
Here in Singapore, we refer to these sweet delights as doughnuts. But in Germany, they are known as Berliners. These are doughy pastries which are usually filled with creams such as custard, jelly, or even jam. Also, they are usually found being sold on the streets in Germany due to its immense popularity.
Here in Singapore, we refer to these sweet delights as doughnuts. But in Germany, they are known as Berliners. These are doughy pastries which are usually filled with creams such as custard, jelly, or even jam. Also, they are usually found being sold on the streets in Germany due to its immense popularity.
PRETZELS
These salty pretzel sticks are also famous snacks in Germany for they are tasty and are just enough to fill a hungry stomach. This is usually baked dough which is twisted into a pretzel loop and sprinkled with coarse salt. A lot of variations have been created such as sugary pretzels or with candy sprinkles.
These salty pretzel sticks are also famous snacks in Germany for they are tasty and are just enough to fill a hungry stomach. This is usually baked dough which is twisted into a pretzel loop and sprinkled with coarse salt. A lot of variations have been created such as sugary pretzels or with candy sprinkles.