How to Make Venison Breakfast Sausage Links
Are you looking to add a unique twist to your morning routine? Why not try making venison breakfast sausage links? Venison, which is the meat from deer, offers a lean and flavorful alternative to traditional pork sausages. This guide will walk you through the process of creating delicious venison breakfast sausage links that you can enjoy at home.
Ingredients
Before you start, gather the following ingredients:
– 2 pounds of ground venison
– 1/2 cup of brown sugar
– 1/4 cup of honey
– 1/4 cup of water
– 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon of mustard powder
– 1 tablespoon of celery seed
– 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon of onion powder
– 1 teaspoon of black pepper
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
– 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
– Sausage casings (optional, for homemade links)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Meat: If you haven’t already, grind the venison using a meat grinder or purchase pre-ground venison from a local butcher.
2. Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground venison with the brown sugar, honey, water, apple cider vinegar, mustard powder, celery seed, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and optional spices. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Season the Sausage: Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you prefer a spicier sausage, add more cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
4. Fill the Casings (Optional): If you want to make your own links, fill the sausage casings with the seasoned meat mixture using a sausage stuffer. If you don’t have a sausage stuffer, you can use a Ziploc bag with a corner cut off to help you fill the casings.
5. Form the Links: Once the casings are filled, twist the meat into links. You can use a ruler or a piece of string to help you keep the links consistent in size.
6. Cook the Sausage Links: To cook the sausage links, you can either fry them in a pan or grill them. If frying, cook over medium heat until browned on all sides. If grilling, cook over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
7. Serve and Enjoy: Once the sausage links are cooked, remove them from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite breakfast items, such as eggs, toast, and hash browns.
Making venison breakfast sausage links is a rewarding experience that allows you to customize the flavor to your liking. Enjoy the process and the delicious result!
