Low Sodium Homemade Goetta
Discover the deliciously hearty and health-conscious twist on a classic Cincinnati favorite with this **Low Sodium Homemade Goetta** recipe! Packed with the wholesome goodness of steel-cut oats, tender ground pork and beef, and a medley of aromatic spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, this low-sodium version delivers bold flavor without compromise. Perfectly simmered and oven-set for that signature texture, this versatile dish is ideal for a savory breakfast or satisfying snack. Fry up crisp slices and enjoy them alongside eggs or as a standalone treat. With fewer preservatives and full control over the ingredients, this homemade goetta recipe lets you savor tradition while embracing better-for-you choices.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups steel-cut oats
- 8 cups water
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the steel-cut oats and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and allow to simmer, uncovered, for approximately 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the oats are cooking, in a separate pan, cook the ground pork and ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the meat mixture, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the meat mixture, black pepper, bay leaves, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground allspice to the pot with the simmered oats. Stir to combine.
Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. If the mixture becomes too thick, you may add a little more water as needed.
After cooking, remove the bay leaves from the mixture and discard.
Line two loaf pans with parchment paper. Divide the goetta mixture evenly between the loaf pans, packing it down firmly.
Allow the loaf pans to cool to room temperature, and then cover them with plastic wrap. Place the loaf pans in the refrigerator overnight to allow the mixture to set.
The next day, remove the goetta from the loaf pans and slice into 1/2-inch thick slices.
To serve, pan-fry slices of goetta in a non-stick skillet over medium heat, approximately 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and crispy.
Enjoy your homemade low-sodium goetta with eggs or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.3 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.4 g | 357% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.4 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.0 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 237.4 g | 475% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 521 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 25.3 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
