Sugar-Free Brazilian Sausage
Indulge in the flavorful tradition of Brazilian cuisine with this Sugar-Free Brazilian Sausage recipe, a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Made with fresh ground pork and a vibrant blend of smoked paprika, garlic, coriander, oregano, and a hint of cayenne pepper for subtle heat, these sausages are packed with bold, authentic flavors without the need for added sugars. Enhanced with white wine vinegar and olive oil to balance the richness, the recipe includes fresh parsley for a touch of freshness and ice-cold water for a tender, juicy texture. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, these sausages can be formed into links, patties, or cooked as-is for a versatile, hearty main dish. Perfect for grilling or pan-frying, serve them hot alongside rice, grilled veggies, or sandwiched in crusty bread for a truly satisfying sugar-free meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground pork
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 50 ml ice-cold water
Instructions
1. Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground coriander, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, and sea salt.
3. Add the white wine vinegar, olive oil, chopped parsley, and ice-cold water to the mixture.
4. Using your hands or a spatula, mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and the mixture is homogenous.
5. Divide the sausage mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a sausage link or patty as preferred.
6. If making sausage links, you can optionally stuff the mixture into natural or collagen casings using a sausage stuffer.
7. Heat a grill pan or frying pan over medium heat and add a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
8. Cook each sausage link or patty for about 8-10 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and browned.
9. Serve the sugar-free Brazilian sausages hot with your choice of sides, such as rice, vegetables, or in a sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.1 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 2645 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 130.2 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 243 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.
