Homemade Chicken Sausage Taste of Artisan from tasteofartisan.com
Introduction
Sausage is a popular food item that is enjoyed by many around the world. It is made from ground meat, combined with spices and seasoning, and then stuffed into a casing. While sausage can be found in most grocery stores, making it at home is a fun and rewarding experience. In this article, we will be sharing a delicious homemade sausage recipe.
Ingredients
To make homemade sausage, you will need the following ingredients:
2 pounds of ground pork
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of black pepper
1 teaspoon of paprika
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon of fennel seeds
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
1/4 cup of red wine vinegar
1/4 cup of ice water
hog casings
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make homemade sausage:
Place the ground pork in a large mixing bowl.
Add the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, fennel seeds, and cayenne pepper to the bowl.
Mix the seasonings into the pork until well combined.
Add the red wine vinegar and ice water to the bowl.
Mix everything together until well combined.
Prepare the hog casings by rinsing them under cold water.
Place the casings in a bowl of cold water and let soak for 30 minutes.
Once the casings have soaked, remove them from the water and rinse them again under cold water.
Take a small piece of the sausage mixture and fry it in a pan to taste for seasoning.
Adjust the seasoning if needed.
Attach the hog casing to the sausage stuffer.
Fill the casing with the sausage mixture, making sure to pack it tightly.
Tie off the ends of the casing with kitchen twine.
Repeat this process until all of the sausage mixture has been used.
Refrigerate the sausage for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Once the sausage has chilled, it can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as grilling, frying, or baking.
Enjoy!
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for this homemade sausage recipe:
Serving size: 1 sausage (depending on size)
Calories: 250
Total fat: 18g
Saturated fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 60mg
Sodium: 430mg
Total carbohydrate: 2g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Total sugars: 0g
Protein: 20g
Conclusion
Making homemade sausage is a delicious and fun experience. With just a few simple ingredients and some hog casings, you can create a flavorful and juicy sausage that is perfect for any meal. Whether you cook it on the grill, fry it up in a pan, or bake it in the oven, this homemade sausage recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So why not give it a try and see for yourself how easy and delicious homemade sausage can be!
