Currywurst Pizza Recipe

If you’re a food lover, the combination of currywurst and pizza may sound like a match made in culinary heaven. Both are comfort foods that pack a flavorful punch, and when you merge the two, you get a dish that’s not only unique but also incredibly satisfying. This blog will guide you through making a delicious currywurst pizza right at home, building off the rich tradition of Germany’s currywurst, while adding a modern twist.

The Story Behind Currywurst

Currywurst, a beloved German street food, first appeared in the late 1940s when Herta Heuwer opened her stall in Berlin. The dish features sliced bratwurst sausages topped with a spicy ketchup-based sauce infused with curry powder, served with a small wooden fork. This simple but flavorful meal quickly gained popularity among locals, and today, it’s estimated that the average German consumes around ten currywursts a year! Variations exist across regions, but the essence remains the same—satisfying sausage served with a delectable sauce.

The Concept: A Flavor Fusion

Why not take two cultural comfort food icons—currywurst and pizza—and combine them? Each bite of currywurst pizza evokes warmth and nostalgia while introducing an adventurous twist. Ooni ambassador Julia (@manopasto) has created a modern curry sauce featuring unique ingredients like apples and orange juice, giving it a memorable and fresh flavor profile. Ready to try this mouthwatering fusion? Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Dough Balls

• Dough balls: You can use your favorite pizza dough recipe or store-bought dough.

For the Toppings

• 3 bratwurst sausages: These will be your star filling.
• Optional: French fries from your favorite fast food joint—added for authenticity and a delightful crunch.

For the Curry Sauce

• 2g sweet paprika
• 6g curry powder
• 8g chili powder
• 10ml broth
• 60ml vegetable oil
• 17g tomato paste
• 250ml cola: A surprising sweetener that enhances the flavor!
• 250ml orange juice
• 1 sweet apple (like Pink Lady), finely grated
• 400ml ketchup
• 100ml water
• Flour or semolina for shaping the pizza

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep Your Dough

Remove the dough from the fridge at least 2 to 3 hours before you plan to bake so it can come to room temperature.

2. Make the Curry Sauce

In a deep saucepan over medium heat, warm the paprika, curry powder, and chili powder for about 3 minutes to activate their flavors. Add half of the vegetable oil, mixing thoroughly, and then incorporate the tomato paste, cooking for an additional minute.

Deglaze the pan by adding the cola, orange juice, and broth, then simmer until the liquid has reduced by slightly less than half. Add the ketchup, water, and grated apple, letting the sauce simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.

3. Prepare the Bratwurst

In a separate saucepan, heat the remaining vegetable oil over medium heat. Sear the bratwurst for about 3-5 minutes until they are browned on all sides. Remove and slice the sausages, then add them back into the curry sauce to simmer for another 5 minutes.

4. Preheat Your Ooni Pizza Oven

Set your Ooni pizza oven to a sizzling 450°C. Use an infrared thermometer to check the stone’s temperature.

5. Assemble the Pizza

On a well-floured peel, stretch and shape the dough into a 12-inch round base. Spread 85g of the curry sauce over the center, leaving space for the crust, and distribute a third of the sliced bratwurst evenly on top.

6. Bake

Turn the heat halfway down and launch the pizza into the oven. Bake for about 2 minutes, turning regularly, until golden brown.

7. Serve with Style

Once baked, let the pizza cool for 1 to 2 minutes on a cooling rack before slicing it into six pieces. For an authentic experience, add a handful of crispy French fries right on top of or alongside each slice.

Taste the Experience

Currywurst pizza is not just a meal; it’s a cultural experience that brings the best of German street food into the realm of pizza. From the rich, spiced sauce to the savory bratwurst and optional fries, every bite is a celebration of flavors. So go ahead, unleash your inner food adventurer, and revel in the delicious marriage of curry and pizza! Enjoy your cooking!