Description
This Homemade Italian Sausage recipe features well-marbled pork shoulder seasoned with garlic, oregano, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. The mixture is shaped into patties or stuffed into casings and then pan-cooked to perfection, delivering a flavorful and authentic Italian experience that’s perfect for serving on Italian rolls.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, well-marbled
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
For Serving
- Italian rolls
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Arrange all ingredients on a clean countertop to ensure you have everything ready for the preparation process.
- Prepare Pork: Cut the pork shoulder into smaller chunks to facilitate easier mixing and seasoning.
- Mix Spices: In a separate bowl, combine minced garlic, dried oregano, fennel seeds, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper thoroughly to create the seasoning blend.
- Season Pork: Place the pork chunks in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over them. Mix thoroughly using your hands to coat the meat well.
- Shape Sausage: Form the seasoned pork mixture into patties or stuff it into sausage casings if you prefer traditional links.
- Cook Sausage: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a splash of oil. Cook the sausages for 8 to 10 minutes, turning regularly until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- For a more authentic sausage experience, use natural casings to stuff the sausage mixture.
- Ensure the pork shoulder is well-marbled to keep sausages juicy and flavorful.
- Cook sausages thoroughly until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safety.
- This sausage is excellent served in Italian rolls with your favorite toppings or sauces.
