The Best Deer Sausage Recipe
Discover delicious deer sausage recipes for your next culinary adventure. Learn how to make savory venison sausages at home with our easy-to-follow guide.
Servings: 8
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground deer meat
- 1 pound ground pork for added fat
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup ice-cold water
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground deer meat, ground pork, and all spices. Add the ice-cold water and mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes sticky.
- Form Sausages: Shape the mixture into sausage links or patties, depending on preference. Use natural casings if making traditional links.
- Cook: Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high heat. Cook sausages for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Serve: Serve hot with your favorite sides, like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Pro Tips
- To enhance flavor, refrigerate the sausage mixture for a few hours before cooking.
- Experiment with spices for unique flavor profiles, such as fennel seeds or thyme.
- Use a meat grinder and sausage stuffer for more authentic preparation.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 540mg
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 19g