Pan-Seared Landjäger with Mustard & Apple
Crispy German smoked sausage paired with quick-pickled apples and whole-grain mustard. Ready in 20 minutes—pure weeknight comfort.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 8 pieces (about 12 oz) landjäger sausage (or similar German smoked sausage)
- 1 medium apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 3 tbsp whole-grain mustard
- ½ tsp caraway seeds (optional)
- 4 slices dark rye bread or pumpernickel
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Slice the apple into thin wedges. Toss with vinegar, mustard, and caraway seeds in a small bowl.
- 2
Score the landjäger skin lightly with a knife. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, no oil needed.
- 3
Sear the sausage 2–3 minutes per side until the skin crisps and the center is warm. Shake the pan occasionally.
- 4
Toast the rye bread in the same skillet (or toaster) until edges are golden.
- 5
Plate the sausage and toast. Spoon pickled apples and mustard over the top, then sprinkle with fresh dill.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- small bowl
- sharp knife
- cutting board
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