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Food of Germany

Germany is a country with a rich history and delicious foods that kids and adults enjoy alike. People in Germany love to eat fresh bread, sausages, and cakes. Meals can vary from region to region, giving you a chance to try lots of different tastes!

Featured Dishes

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Bratwurst

Bratwurst

A tasty sausage made from pork, beef, or veal, usually grilled.

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Pretzel

Brezel

A chewy, salty bread with a distinctive knot shape.

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Schnitzel

Schnitzel

A breaded and fried meat cutlet, usually made with pork or chicken.

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Meal Culture

In Germany, meals are an important time for family and friends to come together. People often enjoy a big meal at lunch, while dinner is sometimes lighter, like bread, cheese, and cold cuts. Bread, sausages, and potatoes are popular and often shared.

Eating Etiquette

It's considered polite to wait for everyone to have their food before you start eating. Keep your hands visible on the table, holding your fork in the left hand and knife in the right.

When People Eat It

Sauerbraten

Often eaten: Traditionally enjoyed as a Sunday meal or for special occasions.

Known for: Rhineland Region detail needed.Needs review

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Bratwurst

Often eaten: Commonly eaten at festivals and barbecues.

Known for: Nuremberg Region detail needed.Needs review

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Pretzel

Often eaten: Enjoyed as a snack at fairs and events like Oktoberfest.

Known for: Bavaria Region detail needed.Needs review

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Schnitzel

Often eaten: Often enjoyed as a main meal for lunch or dinner.

Known for: [REVIEW] Region detail needed.Needs review

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Make It Yourself

Sauerbraten

Sauerbraten

Ingredients

πŸ„ BeefπŸ‡ Vinegar🍞 Gingerbread

How to Make It

  1. 1Marinate the beef for two days.
  2. 2Brown the meat in a pot.
  3. 3Cook slowly with vegetables.
  4. 4Slice and serve with gravy.
  5. 5Enjoy with potatoes.

Bratwurst

Bratwurst

Ingredients

πŸ– PorkπŸ„ Beef🌿 Spices

How to Make It

  1. 1Grill the sausage until cooked.
  2. 2Turn to cook evenly.
  3. 3Serve with mustard.

Pretzel

Brezel

Ingredients

🌾 FlourπŸ§‚ SaltπŸ’§ Water

How to Make It

  1. 1Shape the dough into a knot.
  2. 2Boil briefly to make a crust.
  3. 3Bake until golden.

Schnitzel

Schnitzel

Ingredients

πŸ– PorkπŸ₯š Eggs🍞 Breadcrumbs

How to Make It

  1. 1Flatten the meat.
  2. 2Dip in eggs and breadcrumbs.
  3. 3Fry until crispy.

Vocabulary

Just like you might enjoy a hamburger, people in Germany often enjoy a Schnitzel! It's a breaded and fried meat cutlet that's super tasty.

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