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Hot Sausage

A perfectly spiced hot sausage that brings back memories of summer barbecues with a juicy texture and spicy kick.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat grinder or food processor
  • Cast iron skillet or grill
  • Sausage stuffer (optional)
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place the ground pork in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Sprinkle in paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour in Worcestershire sauce and mix well with your hands or a spatula.
  4. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Form the mixture into patties or links.
  6. Heat a cast iron skillet or grill over medium heat and add olive oil.
  7. Cook the sausage for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
  8. Serve the hot sausage immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

Experiment with different meats and spices to customize your sausage. Serve with sautéed peppers, coleslaw, or alongside scrambled eggs.