The smell of herb-filled breakfast sausages sizzling in the pan when you wake up on a lazy Sunday morning is irresistible. Once you catch a whiff of them, it’s impossible not to eat more than you planned.
The versatility of breakfast sausages means they’re easy to prepare, no matter how you slice them – links, patties, or rolls – and they can be prepared in a variety of ways. Get ready to indulge in some sweet, smoky sausage goodness!
How To Cook Breakfast Sausage Patties – Delicious Recipe
Let’s check the recipe of perfect and delicious breakfast sausage patties.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. Minced Fresh Sage
- 1 tsp. Minced Fresh Thyme
- 1 tsp. Fresh Rosemary
- 1 clove Garlic, Minced
- 1 tbsp. Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 lb. Ground Pork
Directions – How To Cook Breakfast Sausage Patties
Combining herbs, garlic, sugar, salt, and ground pork together in a large bowl, use a hand mixer to mix well.
Patties can be made by dividing the ground pork into pieces of 2-ounces each and pressing them gently into circles with your hands. Do not over-press the patties to avoid breaking and cracking them.
Shape the patties slightly more from the center out while pinning them in your hand until they are uniformly shaped. By pressing a little extra meat towards the edges of the patty while cooking, you’ll be able to get a more even patty when it’s done.
The patties must be cooked for at least two minutes on each side in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Note: As for breakfast sausage, most people fall into the sausage link or sausage patty category. Freeze cooked patties in single layers on a sheet pan. Transfer frozen patties to a resealable bag, then microwave for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Honestly, I can’t decide if I love sausage links or sausage patty more.
If we’re looking at recipe making from scratch, however, it’s undeniably easier to make sausage patties at home than sausage links. Let’s make some sausage patties, shall we?
Typically, ground pork is the best choice, but if you can’t find it at your grocer, boneless pork shoulder can also be ground. You might also substitute ground turkey if there is no ground pork available. To combine ground pork and seasonings, I recommend using a paddle attachment on a stand mixer or a hand mixer.
The hand mixer works better for stretching and weaving the ground pork fibers and fat into the patties, thereby helping the patties to hold together.
You need to divide the ground pork mixture into equal portions, about 2 ounces. Form into small balls with your hands and gently press them. Don’t press them too hard or they will crack and break. Using your fingers, gently press the center of the patties and work your way outward.
When you make sausage patties, you will want to turn them around as you sculpt them so that they are uniform. Sausage patties shrink when they are cooked and can become pucks, so they should be thin in the middle and thick in the edges to ensure even cooking.
As you press the centre of the patty, add a small amount of extra meat to the edges, so it will be more even and cook evenly.
I know it’s tempting, but wait until the patties have browned before pressing them into the pan. This will result in dry sausage patties due to the pressing out of the juices and fat from the sausage meat.
If you have made double-portions, freeze them for a quick breakfast the next morning. Once the patties are cooked, arrange them on a baking sheet and place them in the freezer.
These breakfast sausage patties will impress any breakfast lover! Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes to thaw, then transfer to a resealable bag.
They have a herbaceous flavor with just a hint of sweetness and make great patties to serve with eggs or to put inside a breakfast sandwich.
FAQ’s – How To Cook Breakfast Sausage Patties
1. How do I cook sausage without burning it?
You need to poach sausages in simmering water for 8 minutes to make them cook through and not burn. Do not pierce each sausage as they will become dry. Turn the heat up to high. On medium heat, cook the potatoes until golden brown in a frying pan.
2. How do you cook sausage so it’s tender?
Put your sausages in a large pot or saucepan and cover them with cold water for the first step. Set the vessel on medium-high heat and cook it for around 6-8 minutes, just until the water is at a gentle simmer.
3. How do you cook store-bought sausage patties?
Over medium heat, place an oiled pan or skillet on the stove. Place the sausage patties as a single layer on the pan and cook for three to five minutes per side, until the meat is browned and cooked through.
4. Do you need oil to cook sausage patties?
You will need a bit of cooking oil to start cooking the sausage since sausages are quite fatty and will release their own oils when cooked. Heat the pan or skillet for a couple of minutes, until it is hot. Add about a tablespoon of oil to the pan.
5. How do you tell if sausage is cooked?
Keep turning and moving them around in the pan until they are evenly cooked for 15-20 minutes. When they are golden brown on the outside and pale, but without pink or blood within, the sausages are ready to be served. Any meat juice that runs off should be clear.
6. Can you microwave sausage patties?
Generally, sausage is served with eggs or pancakes as a breakfast side dish. Microwave the patties for 45 seconds for each patty. For example, it takes 90 seconds for two patties, and 135 seconds for three patties.
7. Can you cook sausage in a cast-iron skillet?
Let the sausages rest for about 10 minutes, then sear the sausages over high heat until they have an attractive colour.
8. How do you cook sausages on the stove?
Using a nonstick skillet, heat sausage links over medium-low heat for 12-16 minutes, turning often, until cooked through and browned.