Turkish-style Bangers and Mash

Ingredients

While the original British Bangers and Mash typically uses pork sausages and incorporates traditional British flavors, this Turkish adaptation introduces a blend of Turkish spices and herbs to elevate the dish. Additionally, the creamy potato mash is infused with Turkish yogurt for a tangy twist. We alse have the original recipe for Bangers and Mash, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) Turkish beef sausages 500g (1.1 lb) Turkish beef sausages
• 1 kg (2.2 lb) potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 kg (2.2 lb) potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup (240 ml) Turkish yogurt 1 cup (240 ml) Turkish yogurt
• 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 3g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender. Drain and return to the pot.
2. 2.
   Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth.
3. 3.
   In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the cumin, paprika, and dried oregano. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4.
   Pour the spiced butter mixture over the mashed potatoes and add the Turkish yogurt. Mix well until creamy and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5.
   In a separate pan, cook the Turkish beef sausages over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
6. 6.
   Serve the sausages on a bed of creamy potato mash. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Turkish beef sausages — Ensure they are fully cooked before serving.
• Turkish yogurt — Use thick and creamy Turkish yogurt for the best results.
• Potatoes — Boil the potatoes until they are easily mashed.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of Turkish chili flakes to the spiced butter mixture.
• If you prefer a smoother mash, use a potato ricer instead of mashing by hand.
• Serve with a side of pickled vegetables for a tangy contrast.

Serving advice

Serve the Turkish-style Bangers and Mash hot, with the sausages arranged on top of the creamy potato mash. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

For an elegant presentation, use a piping bag to create swirls of the creamy potato mash on the plate. Place the sausages on top and sprinkle with chopped parsley.