Das Deutschlandlabor – Folge 19: Wurst

Summary

In this 'Deutschlandlabor' video, Nina and David explore the German love for sausages, revealing that on average, Germans consume about 30 kg of sausage per year. They discuss various types of sausages suitable for breakfast or dinner, and the preference for fresh sausage over pre-packaged ones. The video delves into the diversity of sausages in Germany, with approximately 1000 varieties, and touches on the cultural significance of condiments like mustard and ketchup. It also highlights the popularity of vegetarian sausages among the 7 million vegetarians in Germany and concludes with a taste test comparing different sausages, including a vegetarian option.

Takeaways

• 🍖 Germans enjoy eating sausage, averaging around 30 kg per person per year.
• 🍳 There are sausages for cooking, frying, and grilling, and many types can be eaten on bread for breakfast or dinner.
• 🥖 Both cheese and sausage are popular toppings for bread in Germany, with no clear preference.
• 🛒 When buying sausage, some Germans prefer fresh sausage from the butcher rather than pre-packaged sausage from the supermarket.
• 🥓 There are approximately 1,000 different types of sausage in Germany.
• 💰 The cheapest sausage costs around 99 cents per 100 grams, while the most expensive costs 4.49 euros per 100 grams.
• 🌱 Vegetarian sausages are also popular in Germany, with about 7 million vegetarians in the country.
• 🔥 Many Germans love grilling, and both meat and vegetarian sausages are popular for grilling.
• 🌭 In taste tests, people who prefer meat sausages tend to favor them over vegetarian sausages.
• 🛍 Despite the preference for fresh sausages, many Germans still buy packaged sausages from the supermarket due to lower prices.

Q & A

What is the average annual sausage consumption per person in Germany according to the script?

The script states that on average, each German consumes about 30 kg of sausage per year.

What are some occasions or meals when Germans typically eat sausages?

Germans enjoy sausages for breakfast or dinner, and they can be used for cooking, on the grill, or as a topping for bread.

What is the preferred way of buying sausages according to the script?

The script suggests that when buying sausages, it is better to go to a butcher for freshness rather than buying pre-packaged ones from a supermarket.

How many types of sausages are there in Germany as mentioned in the script?

The script mentions that there are approximately 1000 types of sausages in Germany.

What is the price range for sausages in Germany according to the script?

The cheapest sausage costs 99 cents for 100 grams, while the most expensive one costs 4.49 euros for 100 grams.

Why does the color red appear in meat and sausages?

The script explains that the red color in meat and sausages comes from the meat itself after processing.

What condiments are traditionally used with specific types of sausages in Germany as per the script?

Bavarian white sausage is traditionally eaten with mustard, and currywurst is eaten with ketchup.

Is there a type of sausage that is not available at the butcher's according to the script?

The script mentions that a vegetarian sausage is not typically found at a traditional butcher's shop.

How many vegetarians are there in Germany, and do they eat vegetarian sausages?

The script indicates that there are about 7 million vegetarians in Germany, and vegetarian sausages are popular among them.

What is the favorite way of eating sausages in Germany, as suggested by the script?

The script suggests that Germans prefer to eat sausages grilled, and they believe the best sausages come from the butcher.

What was the outcome of the taste test in the script regarding vegetarian and non-vegetarian sausages?

The taste test in the script showed that people who like meat prefer sausages made from meat, but some also enjoyed the vegetarian option.