Wurstsalat facts for kids
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| Type | Salad |
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| Main ingredients | Sausage (Lyoner, stadtwurst, Regensburger Wurst or extrawurst), distilled white vinegar, oil, onions |
Wurstsalat is a tasty German salad. Its name means "sausage salad" in German. This salad is made with sliced sausage, a special dressing, and onions. Sometimes, people add strips of pickled gherkin to it.
Wurstsalat is usually made from a type of cooked sausage. Common choices include Lyoner, Stadtwurst, Regensburger Wurst, or Extrawurst. It is a popular snack in southern Germany, Alsace (a region in France), Switzerland, and Austria. In Austria, it is known as Saure Wurst.
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How to Make Wurstsalat
To prepare Wurstsalat, the sausage is cut into thin slices. Sometimes it is cut into strips instead. These sausage pieces are then mixed with raw onion rings or small onion cubes.
The Dressing
The dressing for Wurstsalat is a simple marinade. It is made from distilled white vinegar and oil. The dressing is lightly seasoned with salt and pepper. Sometimes, a little paprika is added for extra flavor.
Extra Ingredients
Many people like to add other ingredients to their Wurstsalat. These can include finely cut gherkins, which are small pickled cucumbers. Radishes, parsley, or chives are also common additions. These ingredients add more texture and taste to the salad.
How to Serve It
Wurstsalat is usually served with fresh bread. Sometimes, it is also enjoyed with fried potatoes. It makes a great light meal or snack.
Different Kinds of Wurstsalat
There are a few popular versions of Wurstsalat. Each one has its own special twist.
Swabian Wurstsalat
One variant is called Schwäbischer Wurstsalat. This version is from the Swabia region of Germany. It is unique because about half of it is made with blood sausage. This gives it a different flavor and look.
Swiss Wurstsalat
Another popular type is the Schweizer Wurstsalat, or Swiss Wurstsalat. This version is very similar to the Straßburger Wurstsalat from Strasbourg, or Elsässer Wurstsalat from Alsace. These salads include Emmental cheese cut into strips. They also use a traditional Swiss sausage called Cervelat instead of Lyoner sausage.
