Street Classic · Grilled Veal Sausage

Bratwurst (St. Galler style)

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Switzerland's most famous bratwurst is traditionally served without any mustard at all — in St. Gallen, asking for some is close to a local taboo.

Made mainly from veal and pork with milk or cream mixed in, which is why it stays pale rather than browning deeply, this sausage is grilled at market stalls and street stands across Switzerland and handed over in a bread roll or on its own.

Why it's made this way: The mild, milky recipe reflects Switzerland's dairy-rich farming tradition, and its simple bread-and-sausage presentation made it an easy, fast bite for market days and street stands.