Stoemp Bruxellois aux Poireaux et Saucisse (Creamy Leek & Carrot Mash with Seared Sausage) – Authentic Belgium Recipe
Hearty Brussels working-class hero dish pairing nutmeg-scented vegetable potato mash with juicy sausage.
- Country of Origin
- 🇧🇪 Belgium (Western Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- omnivore
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Fluffy mashed potatoes folded with butter-braised leeks and carrots, Seared artisan sausage, Caramelized onion gravy, Nutmeg, Bay leaf
Ingredients for Stoemp Bruxellois aux Poireaux et Saucisse (Creamy Leek & Carrot Mash with Seared Sausage) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) fluffy mashed potatoes folded with butter-braised leeks and carrots, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups seared artisan sausage, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup caramelized onion gravy
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with nutmeg
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Belgium seasoning (bay leaf, thyme, coarse mustard)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and nutmeg for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add fluffy mashed potatoes folded with butter-braised leeks and carrots and seared artisan sausage along with bay leaf, thyme, coarse mustard, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with caramelized onion gravy and serve straight from the skillet.