Curry Ketchup (Currywurst Sauce) Recipe
This Curry Ketchup, known as Currywurst Sauce, is a flavorful German-inspired condiment featuring a blend of spicy curry powder, sweet honey, and tangy tomato passata. Perfectly balanced with a hint of balsamic vinegar and Worcestershire sauce, this sauce is simmered gently to meld its vibrant flavors, making it an ideal topping for sliced German sausage or fries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 cup of sauce 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 6 tablespoons yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons spicy curry powder, plus extra for garnish
- 1 cup (236 ml) tomato passata
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey OR 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Water, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped yellow onions and cook slowly, ensuring they soften without browning to preserve natural sweetness.
- Add spices: Stir in the spicy curry powder and continue cooking for about 1 minute to release the aromas and deepen the flavor.
- Combine sauce ingredients: Pour in the tomato passata, balsamic vinegar, honey or sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and salt. Stir well to combine all elements.
- Simmer the sauce: Bring the mixture to a low simmer and let it cook gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water as needed if the sauce becomes too thick to achieve your desired consistency.
- Season and blend: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning for a balanced sweet and spicy profile. If the sauce tastes too acidic, add a pinch of baking soda to neutralize. Blend the sauce until smooth for a perfect texture.
- Serve: Pour over sliced German sausage and garnish with a sprinkle of additional curry powder to enhance presentation and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with sugar depending on your preference or dietary needs.
- If the sauce is too acidic, a pinch of baking soda helps balance the pH without affecting taste.
- Adjust the amount of curry powder according to your spice tolerance.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- This sauce pairs exceptionally well with grilled or pan-fried sausages and fries.
Keywords: Curry Ketchup, Currywurst Sauce, German Sauce, Curry Powder Sauce, Sausage Sauce, Spicy Ketchup
