Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 pound

pork shoulder boneless

cut up

1 pound

beef chuck

cut up

1 pound

pork fat

cut up

10 unit

garlic cloves

peeled, crushed

1 cup

water

2 tbsp

salt

0.5 tbsp

black pepper

3 tbsp

paprika

1 tsp

saltpeter

0.25 tsp

cloves, ground

ground

Step 1
~96 min

Coarsely grind the pork shoulder, beef chuck, and pork fat in batches using a meat grinder.

Step 2
~96 min

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat mixture with garlic, water, salt, black pepper, paprika, saltpeter, and ground cloves.

Step 3
~96 min

Thoroughly mix all ingredients until well combined.

Step 4
~96 min

Let the mixture sit while preparing the sausage casings.

Step 5
~96 min

Rinse the sausage casings thoroughly with cold water, ensuring fresh water runs through them to clean them properly.

Step 6
~96 min

Drain the rinsed casings.

Step 7
~96 min

Attach a sausage stuffing machine, KitchenAid attachment, or a sausage funnel to your preferred device.

Step 8
~96 min

Carefully fill the casings with the sausage mixture, making sure not to overfill them to allow for expansion during cooking.

Step 9
~96 min

Tie off the filled casings into approximately 16-inch lengths.

Step 10
~96 min

Hang the sausages in a home-style smoker and smoke them for about 1 hour, maintaining a smoker temperature below 150 degrees F.

Step 11
~96 min

Remove the smoked sausages from the smoker and hang them over a stick or dowel.

Step 12
~96 min

Place the stick with the sausages in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Step 13
~96 min

Position an electric fan to blow directly onto the sausages.

Step 14
~96 min

Allow the sausages to dry for approximately 2 days (48 hours).

Step 15
~96 min

Once dried, the sausages are ready to eat.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure proper smoker temperature for best results.

Don't overfill casings to prevent bursting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

30 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator before smoking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with sauerkraut.

Serve on a charcuterie board.

Serve in a bun with condiments.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled Vegetables
Mustard
Sauerkraut

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hungary

Cultural Significance

Traditional sausage making is a cherished part of Hungarian culture.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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