Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2.25 lb

boneless pork

about 1/4 fat

0.75 lb

boneless beef chuck

lean

1 unit

onion

medium

3 cloves

garlic

peeled and mashed

1 tbsp

oil

0.5 tsp

ground marjoram

0.5 tsp

crushed coriander

2 unit

bay leaves

0.33 cup

water

1 tsp

coarse salt

0.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

3 yards

natural hog casing

Step 1
~4 min

Coarsely grind the pork once.

Step 2
~4 min

Bone and chill the beef, removing any ligaments.

Step 3
~4 min

Dice the beef into 1/4 inch cubes.

Step 4
~4 min

In a large bowl, mix the ground pork and diced beef.

Step 5
~4 min

Chop the onion, peel and mash the garlic.

Step 6
~4 min

Sauté the onion and garlic in oil until the onion turns clear.

Step 7
~4 min

Add marjoram, bay leaves, coriander, and water to the sautéed onion and garlic.

Step 8
~4 min

Cover and cook for several minutes, then turn off the heat and steep for 15 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Remove the bay leaves.

Step 10
~4 min

Mix the sautéed mixture with the meat, add salt and pepper, and mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 11
~4 min

Wash the hog casing in cold water, rinsing several times.

Step 12
~4 min

Carefully thread 1 yard of casing over the funnel, stuff, and tie off, leaving a length of string.

Step 13
~4 min

Do not pack the sausage tightly; it will expand during cooking.

Step 14
~4 min

Tie off every 16 inches for sausage rings, or every 6 inches for links.

Step 15
~4 min

Repeat until all meat is used.

Step 16
~4 min

Refrigerate the sausage, loosely covered with a towel, for 2 days.

Step 17
~4 min

The sausage may be smoked, cooked, or frozen.

Step 18
~4 min

To cook, simmer the sausage covered in a shallow pan half-filled with water for 20 minutes.

Step 19
~4 min

Pour off the water, add a little oil, and sauté on both sides until golden brown.

Step 20
~4 min

Serve warm or cold, thinly sliced, with paska and mayonnaise.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smokier flavor, smoke the sausage after refrigerating.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the sausage is cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sausage can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days before cooking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with paska bread and mayonnaise

Serve with mustard and sauerkraut

Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sauerkraut
Mashed potatoes
Paska bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ukraine

Cultural Significance

Sausage making is a traditional skill in Ukraine, passed down through generations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family meal
Holiday meal
Party food

Popularity Score

65/100

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