Pistachio Free Herb & Ginger Breakfast Sausage Links
Waking up to the sizzle of homemade breakfast sausage is one of those simple pleasures that store-bought links just can't match. These are packed with fresh sage, thyme, rosemary, and a bright hit of ginger that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible from the moment they hit the pan. A touch of Ceylon cinnamon and turmeric adds warmth and depth without overpowering the savory pork, while a small splash of apple cider vinegar and maple syrup keeps the flavor balanced and just slightly complex. Because you're mixing and shaping everything yourself, you have complete control over every ingredient — no mystery fillers, no shared-facility concerns, just clean, straightforward food. The coconut oil gives the links a beautifully golden crust as they cook, and that 30-minute chill in the fridge before cooking makes a real difference in how well they hold their shape. Serve them straight from the skillet alongside eggs or tucked into a breakfast sandwich and you'll wonder why you ever bought the pre-made kind.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground pork
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ground pork, garlic, ginger, sage, thyme, rosemary, Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat, about 1 minute — do not overwork.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions (about 1.3 oz each). Roll each portion between your palms into a compact log shape roughly 3 inches long and 1 inch wide, pressing firmly so the links hold together.
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