Homemade Sausage with Sage
Celebrate the robust flavors of fresh herbs with this irresistible Homemade Sausage with Sage recipe! Crafted from seasoned ground pork and elevated by the earthy aroma of finely chopped sage, this easy-to-make sausage boasts a perfect harmony of spices like fennel, paprika, and garlic powder, with a kick of optional red pepper flakes for spice lovers. Quick to prepare and versatile in use, you can shape the mixture into savory patties or keep it loose for flavorful crumbles. Whether served sizzling-hot with breakfast eggs, tucked into sandwiches, or incorporated into your favorite dishes, this sausage is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With just 20 minutes of prep and the ability to make ahead, it's the ultimate homemade alternative to store-bought sausages that delivers freshness, flavor, and flexibility all in one!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground pork
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with the finely chopped fresh sage, salt, ground black pepper, ground fennel seeds, paprika, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes if using.
Add the water to the mixture to help keep the sausage moist and easier to mix. Using clean hands or a sturdy spoon, thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well combined.
Once combined, shape the sausage mixture into small patties, approximately 2-3 inches in diameter, or leave it loose for crumbled sausage.
If cooking immediately, heat a large skillet over medium heat. For patties, lightly oil the skillet and cook the patties for 3-5 minutes per side, or until fully browned and cooked through. For crumbled sausage, cook while stirring frequently until no pink remains, about 7-10 minutes.
If storing for later use, transfer the unmolded sausage mixture or patties to an airtight container and place in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking.
Serve the cooked sausage as part of a hearty breakfast, in sandwiches, or alongside your favorite side dishes for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 791 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 370 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
