Homemade Hot Italian Sausage Recipe
Italy holds a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts. One such delightful creation is the Hot Italian Sausage.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Sausage casing or casings (if you prefer links)
- Sausage stuffer (if making links)
- Frying pan
Ingredients
- 1 pound of ground pork
- 1 ½ teaspoons of salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons of ground black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons of crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds
- 1 ½ teaspoons of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with all the spices and herbs.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.
- If you're making links, soak the sausage casings in warm water for 30 minutes, then rinse them to remove excess salt.
- Carefully slide the sausage mixture into the casings, tying knots at the ends to form individual sausages. If you prefer patties, simply shape them by hand.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat, add a touch of oil, and cook the sausages until they're browned on all sides and fully cooked.