Low Carb Chicken Longanisa
Discover a flavorful twist on a classic Filipino favorite with this Low Carb Chicken Longanisa recipe! Crafted with ground chicken, aromatic garlic, and smoky paprika, this healthier take on traditional sweet sausages is perfect for anyone following a keto or low-carb lifestyle. Enhanced by coconut aminos and a hint of erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, these sausages deliver a perfectly balanced savory and subtly sweet flavor. The addition of pork fat ensures a juicy, tender bite, while optional sausage casings offer the authentic look and feel of longanisa. Easy to prepare and quick to cook, these sausages pair beautifully with cauliflower rice or a crisp green salad for a satisfying, guilt-free meal. Get ready to bring bold Filipino taste to your healthy eating journey!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 100 grams ground pork fat or pork belly, finely chopped
- 12 pieces sausage casing (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, coconut aminos, erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, minced garlic, rice vinegar, ground black pepper, sea salt, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Add the finely chopped pork fat or pork belly to the mixture and knead the mixture by hand or using a spoon until the fat is evenly distributed throughout.
If desired, stuff the mixture into sausage casings or alternatively, form the mixture into small sausage-shaped logs by hand.
Refrigerate the sausages for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. For enhanced flavor, refrigerate overnight.
When ready to cook, heat a skillet over medium heat. If using sausage casings, add a little oil to the pan. If not using casings, no oil is necessary as the sausages will release fat during cooking.
Cook the sausages for about 7 minutes on each side or until fully browned and cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as a green salad or cauliflower rice to keep it low carb.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 533 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.1 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 229 mg | 5% | |
*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.
