Bockwurst with Semmel
Bockwurst with Semmel is a classic German fast food consisting of a mild, lightly smoked veal and pork sausage (Bockwurst) served in a sliced white bread roll (Semmel). It's a staple snack and quick meal enjoyed across Germany, particularly in Bavaria and at beer gardens. The sausage is traditionally poached, not grilled, and served warm with sweet or hot mustard.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat from the sausage, with significant refined carbohydrates from the white roll. It provides a good source of B vitamins, iron, and zinc, but is also high in sodium. A typical serving contains approximately 450-550 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 490 kcal |
| Protein | 24 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 1150 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.8 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Selenium | 18 µg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Thiamine (B1) | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 serving (1 Bockwurst ~100g + 1 Semmel roll ~80g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'Bockwurst' is linked to 'Bockbier' (a strong beer), as it was traditionally eaten with this type of beer. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of a balanced but energy-dense street food, providing quick energy and satiety.
