Seasoning for Ground Pork Italian Style Sausage
Elevate your homemade sausages with this irresistibly flavorful Seasoning for Ground Pork Italian Style Sausage. This DIY spice blend features a harmonious mix of fennel seeds, sweet paprika, dried oregano, basil, thyme, and a touch of garlic and onion powder, creating a classic Italian-inspired profile. A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes adds subtle heat, while sugar and ground coriander balance the savory and aromatic notes. Ready in just five minutes, this seasoning is perfect for transforming ground pork into bold and authentic Italian-style sausage. Whether you're crafting sausages for pasta dishes, pizza toppings, or hearty breakfast patties, this versatile spice mix guarantees mouthwatering results every time. Plus, it can be stored for months, making it a convenient pantry staple for quick and delicious flavor boosts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons fennel seeds
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic or garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine fennel seeds, sweet paprika, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, minced garlic (or garlic powder), onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, salt, sugar, and ground coriander (if using).
Using a small whisk or spoon, thoroughly mix all the ingredients until evenly combined.
Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container or jar for up to 6 months in a cool, dark place.
For use in ground pork, add approximately 2 tablespoons of this seasoning blend per pound of ground pork. Adjust the amount to your taste preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
73 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3552 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 299 mg | 6% | |
*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.
