Sesame Free Herb & Ginger Breakfast Sausage Patties
Breakfast sausage patties are one of those morning staples that can feel surprisingly risky to buy pre-made, since store-bought versions often sneak in unexpected seasonings, fillers, or shared-facility warnings. Making them from scratch puts you fully in control, and this version is genuinely worth the effort. Ground pork gets layered with fresh sage, thyme, rosemary, and grated ginger, plus a whisper of turmeric and Ceylon cinnamon that gives the patties a warmth you won't find in anything from a frozen bag. Coconut oil in the skillet helps build that deep, golden-brown crust that makes each bite satisfying all the way through. The technique is straightforward — mix gently, press into patties, and let the pan do the work without fussing or flipping too early. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, so there's no guesswork about what's actually on your plate. These are the kind of patties that make a weekday morning feel like something worth getting up for.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground pork
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, garlic, ginger, sage, thyme, rosemary, turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, and salt. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat, about 1 minute — do not overwork.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a round patty about 1/2 inch thick.
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