Currywurst-Olympiad: St. Ingbert is the best sausage of the Saarland

Currywurst-Olympiad: St. Ingbert is the best sausage of the Saarland

In an exciting selection season, the well -known gourmet magazine Falstaff determined the most popular curry sausages in Germany for the year 2024 . The vote attracted a wide audience to choose from a variety of snacks and restaurants. Overall, there was a nomination phase, followed by a voting that was structured according to federal states, but only if at least three companies from each federal state were represented in the vote.

Im Saarland were ten different restaurants in the race, and the tension for the title was great. Now the results have been determined: The most popular currywurst in the Saarland is offered by "Schleppi" in St. Ingbert , which is thus securing first place.

The top places in the Saarland ranking

The ranking in Saarland shows where the fans of the currywurst can find their best sausages:

• 1. "Schleppi" in St. Ingbert
• 2. Kalinski sausage economy & gin bar in Saarbrücken
• 3. Hochwald Curry from Wadern
• 4. Ullas Schlemmerstube in Lebach
• 5. Curry Paul in Theley
• 6. Feed flu in Lebach
• 7. Cut in Wadgassen
• 8. Curry-Wurst Bude Meiser in Illingen
• 9. Birr Birr in Schwalbach-Hülzweiler
• 10. Snack kettle in Neunkirchen

"Schleppi" is particularly highlighted, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary . The cult rooting in Rickertstraße is known for its traditional preparation types. A loyal customer commented on a Facebook clip: "Actually, no St. Ingberter can pass the sausage-she is great!"

The secret of the special sausage

What makes the sausage of "Schleppi" so special? The well-known TV chef Christian Rach , born in St. Ingberter, praised the use of a real charcoal grille in an interview, which gives the sausage its unmistakable taste. In addition, the special currywurst sauce of "Schleppi" was chosen several times in Saarland, but the secret recipe remains a well-kept secret.

In the context of previous years, it is interesting to mention that 2023 went to Saarbrücken the "most popular currywurst of West Germany". This year, in addition to Saarland, other federal states such as Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria and North Rhine-Westphalia were in the race for the best curry sausages.

The popular currywurst has developed into a integral part of German eating culture, and although the exact origins of the currywurst remain unclear, it is often associated with Berlin and the Ruhr area. What is certain is that the sausage has conquered the hearts of many people and that with their diversity, an important part of the gastronomy will remain in the future.

For more information about the most popular curry sausages in Germany and more on the topic, see the report on www.sol.de .