Certainly! Cumberland sausages are a traditional British variety of sausage, known for their distinctive flavor. Here’s a basic recipe to make them at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) pork shoulder, minced (ground)
- 100 g (3.5 oz) pork fat, minced (optional for extra moisture and flavor)
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mace
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
- Hog casings (for stuffing, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare Casings (if using): If you’re using hog casings, soak them in warm water for about 30 minutes to soften them. Rinse them thoroughly to remove any salt and excess liquid. Set aside.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced pork shoulder, pork fat (if using), minced garlic, black pepper, salt, sage, thyme, mace, nutmeg, coriander, and white pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together thoroughly. You can also use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for this step.
- Test for Flavor: Take a small amount of the sausage mixture and cook it in a skillet to test the seasoning. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Stuff the Sausages: If you’re using hog casings, attach one end of the casing to a sausage stuffer and slowly feed the sausage mixture into the casing, twisting it periodically to form links. Alternatively, you can shape the sausage mixture into patties if you prefer.
- Let Rest: Once all the sausages are stuffed or shaped, let them rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cooking Options:
- Grilling/Broiling: Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat. Grill or broil the sausages for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
- Pan-Frying: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil. Cook the sausages for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and browned on all sides.
- Baking: Preheat your oven to 190Β°C (375Β°F). Place the sausages on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
- Serve: Serve the Cumberland sausages hot with your favorite accompaniments, such as mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, or in a bun with mustard and onions.
Enjoy your homemade Cumberland sausages!
