Knackwurst

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Knackwurst (sometimes knockwurst; from German, literally "crack sausage") is a type of small soft German sausage intended to be eaten by hand. It is a short chubby sausage made from pork and beef with fresh garlic. It is often very seasoned. Its taste is often compared to that of a bockwurst, the sausage of the frankfurter.

There are many different ways the knackwurst can be served. One popular way is to serve them German-style with sauerkraut and potato salad. Another way would be to serve them American-style on a bun with your favorite condiments. It can be prepared grilled, broiled, simmered, or it can be eaten as is.

It is often seen to be very similar to a hot dog. It is often enjoyed during the summer months as it is a main staple food for family picnics. This may be due to the fact that it is a hand held food that requires limited preparation. When eaten in this fashion, it is sometimes accompanied by potato chips.

As far as storage is concerned, they keep well being frozen, or they last approximately up to two weeks simply refrigerated.