Discover the Secret to Making Mouth-Watering Organic Sausages at Home

Making organic sausages involves a few key steps to ensure that the sausages are both delicious and made with high-quality, organic ingredients. Here's a general outline of the process:

Ingredients

1. Meat: Organic pork, beef, chicken, or a combination.
2. Fat: Organic pork fat or other animal fat.
3. Casings: Natural casings (usually pork or sheep intestines).
4. Seasonings: Organic spices, herbs, and seasonings.
5. Binders: Organic breadcrumbs or oatmeal (optional).
6. Liquids: Organic broth, wine, or water (optional).

Equipment

1. Meat grinder: For grinding the meat and fat.
2. Sausage stuffer: For filling the casings.
3. Mixing bowls: For combining ingredients.
4. Knives and cutting board: For prepping ingredients.
5. Meat thermometer: For ensuring proper cooking temperature.

Steps

1. Preparation:

   • Chill meat and fat: Keep the meat and fat cold before processing to maintain texture.
   • Prepare casings: Rinse natural casings thoroughly and soak them in warm water.

2. Grinding:

   • Cut meat and fat: Cut the meat and fat into small chunks that fit into your grinder.
   • Grind meat and fat: Use a coarse grind first, then a finer grind if desired. Make sure everything stays cold.

3. Mixing:

   • Combine ingredients: Mix the ground meat and fat with seasonings and any binders or liquids. Ensure everything is evenly distributed.
   • Test the mixture: Cook a small patty to taste for seasoning adjustments.

4. Stuffing:

   • Load the stuffer: Fill the sausage stuffer with the meat mixture.
   • Fill the casings: Carefully stuff the casings, being mindful not to overfill or leave air pockets. Twist sausages into links of desired length.

5. Resting:

   • Rest the sausages: Allow the sausages to rest in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight to let the flavors meld.

6. Cooking:

   • Cook or smoke: Cook sausages according to your recipe, ensuring they reach a safe internal temperature (typically 160°F/71°C for pork).
   • Storing: Store cooked sausages in the refrigerator or freeze for longer storage.

Tips for Success

• Quality ingredients: Start with the best organic meat and seasonings you can find.
• Keep it cold: Temperature control is crucial to prevent the fat from melting and affecting the texture.
• Experiment with flavors: Don't be afraid to try different combinations of herbs and spices.

Making organic sausages at home allows you to control the ingredients and create custom flavors to suit your taste. Enjoy the process and the delicious results!

At Ruameats, we pride ourselves on making fresh, organic sausages. Our sausages are crafted with care, using only the finest organic ingredients. You can purchase our delicious sausages from our online store.