Gefullte Kartoffeln (Sausage Stuffed Potatoes, Hamburg Style)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Gefullte Kartoffeln (Sausage Stuffed Potatoes, Hamburg Style)
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

80 min

Ready In

95 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 russet potatoes
water
salt
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion , minced
1/4 lb sausage meat
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
460
Sugar
2g
Fat
18g
Gefullte Kartoffeln is a German classic that dates back to the early twentieth century, particularly around Hamburg. Hamburg was famous for its various potato dishes and this one is a staple. This dish basically means stuffed potatoes which uses russet potatoes that are baked and then stuffed with savory and flavorful sausage meat and mashed potatoes. The buttery and crispy exterior with soft and creamy filling is a favorite all around the world. In Germany it’s often served as a main dish with sides such as coleslaw, beetroot salad, and pickles. It’s a dish mostly consumed during autumn, when the potatoes are at their best.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.Wash and prick the potatoes all over with a fork, then bake them for 1 hour until cooked.
3.While the potatoes are cooking, saute the onions in butter until soft and translucent.
4.Add the sausage meat, parsley, salt, and pepper, and cook until brown.
5.Cut the top off each potato and scoop out the flesh, leaving a shell.
6.Mash the flesh, add the sausage mixture and mix until combined
7.Stuff the potato mixture back into the potato shell until full and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the tops are lightly browned.
8.Serve hot.

PROS

This dish is a complete meal in itself and is packed with protein and potassium.
The contrasting textures of the sausage and potato make for an enjoyable eating experience.
It is easy to prepare and can be made in large quantities and stored for meal prep.

CONS

The recipe calls for pork sausage, which is high in fat and sodium.
As with most stuffed dishes, portion control is key to avoid overeating.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin B6, and potassium which helps to regulate blood pressure. The protein from the sausage also promotes muscle growth and repair. This dish can be made healthier by using chicken sausage or lean ground beef instead of pork sausage, and by substituting butter with olive oil.

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