Bangers and Mash

Ingredients

While the original British version of Bangers and Mash uses traditional British sausages and seasoning, this Croatian adaptation incorporates locally sourced sausages and adds a touch of Croatian herbs and spices to enhance the flavors. Additionally, the mashed potatoes are prepared with a Croatian twist, making them even more creamy and flavorful. We alse have the original recipe for Bangers and Mash, so you can check it out.

• 4 Croatian sausages (approximately 400g / 14oz) 4 Croatian sausages (approximately 400g / 14oz)
• 1kg (2.2lbs) potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 1kg (2.2lbs) potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 100ml (3.4fl oz) milk 100ml (3.4fl oz) milk
• 50g (1.8oz) butter 50g (1.8oz) butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): Approximately 500 kcal / 2090 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 30g, 12g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 4g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
2. 2.
   In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until the butter has melted.
3. 3.
   Pour the milk and butter mixture over the potatoes. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
4. 4.
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
5. 5.
   Add the sausages to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 10 minutes. Sprinkle the paprika and dried thyme over the sausages and stir to coat evenly.
6. 6.
   Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the sausages are cooked through.
7. 7.
   Serve the sausages on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, spooning the onion and garlic mixture over the top. Enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Croatian sausages — Choose high-quality sausages with a good balance of meat and fat for the best flavor and texture.
• Potatoes — Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for creamy mashed potatoes.
• Paprika — Opt for Hungarian paprika for a rich and smoky flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra flavor, you can add a splash of red wine or beef broth to the skillet while cooking the sausages.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, you can use a potato ricer or a food mill to mash the potatoes.
• Feel free to customize the mashed potatoes by adding grated cheese, chopped herbs, or roasted garlic.

Serving advice

Serve the sausages and mashed potatoes hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sausages neatly on top of the mashed potatoes and drizzle any remaining onion and garlic mixture over the dish for an appetizing presentation.