Lëtzebuerger Grillwurscht

Lëtzebuerger Grillwurscht

Lëtzebuerger Grillwurscht (LET-zeh-bur-ger GRIL-wursht)

Luxembourgish Grilled Beef Sausage

Prep Time 1 hour
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 364 kcal

Juicy, coarsely ground beef sausages seasoned with marjoram and garlic, grilled over charcoal until smoky and served with mustard.

Nutrition & Info

360 kcal per serving
Protein 24.0g
Carbs 4.0g
Fat 28.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

grill meat grinder sausage stuffer

Presentation Guide

Vessel: bread roll

Garnishes: mustard, grilled onions

Accompaniments: potato salad, coleslaw

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix ground beef with beef fat, garlic, marjoram, caraway, salt, and pepper. Chill 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Fill natural casings with the seasoned meat, twisting into 15cm links.

  3. 3

    Refrigerate sausages for at least 1 hour to firm up.

  4. 4

    Heat grill to medium-high. Grill sausages for 10-12 minutes, turning frequently.

  5. 5

    Cook until nicely charred outside and cooked through (internal temp 72°C).

  6. 6

    Serve in bread rolls with strong mustard, pickles, and potato salad.

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Did You Know?

Luxembourg's summer barbecue culture rivals that of any nation, with Grillwurscht being the undisputed star of every garden party.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • grill
  • meat grinder
  • sausage stuffer

Garnishing

mustard, grilled onions

Accompaniments

potato salad, coleslaw

The Story Behind Lëtzebuerger Grillwurscht

Luxembourg's grilling tradition has Germanic roots but with distinctly local seasoning preferences. These beef sausages, seasoned with marjoram and caraway, became the quintessential summer food across the Grand Duchy. Neighborhood barbecues and village festivals feature them prominently, making the smoky aroma of Grillwurscht synonymous with Luxembourgish summer.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed summer barbecue, festivals 📜 Origins: 19th century

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