However, meat is not the only ingredient, and this German sausage contains a variety of ingredients.
Additionally, we’ll look at how to eat it, and the potential nutritional benefits (and drawbacks) it offers.
Liverwurst is a seasoned and spreadable meat-based product that comes in the shape of a sausage.
Originating in Germany, liverwurst is particularly famous across Europe, and it is widely available throughout the world.
Liverwurst typically comes in two main varieties; one has a firmer (but very soft) texture, and it is sliceable.
The other form of liverwurst is spreadable, and it looks somewhat similar to pâté. You can use it like you would use any other spread.
Liverwurst usually contains pigs’ or calves’ liver. Other ingredients are meat (notably veal), fat, and spices including ground black pepper, marjoram, allspice, thyme, ground mustard seed, and nutmeg. Many regions in Germany have distinct recipes for liverwurst.
What Is In Liverwurst?
Liverwurst is made of three primary ingredients; meat, organ meat, and fat.
These ingredients are usually from either beef or pork.
Generally speaking, the primary organ meat is liver (hence the product’s name). However, liverwurst may include other organ meats such as heart or kidney.
(See here for a full guide to the nutrition benefits of each organ meat.)
Additionally, there are several seasonings used in liverwurst, and these can vary depending on the specific recipe.
Most liverwurst contains salt, black pepper, and onion powder, but you may also find any of the following ingredients;
Cheap Filler Ingredients
The majority of liverwurst products contain meat, liver, fat, and seasonings.
However, there are some further processed products to be aware of that may not follow the traditional recipe.
Such products may include cheap fillers like wheat flour and vegetable oil. Although these products will still offer the same base ingredients and a broad range of nutrients, some people may prefer to stick with the more traditional options.
In this case, check the label carefully to see what the liverwurst product contains.
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