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Andouille Sausage Recipe

Andouille sausage, a classical Louisiana smoked sausage made with coarsely ground or chopped pork, simple spices and smoked heavily over pecan wood.

Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
9 hrs
Additional Time
1 d 5 hrs
Total Time
1 d 15 hrs
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 340 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer , Dinner
Cuisine: American , Cajun

Ingredients

  • 1000 g Pork butt (2.2 lbs)
  • 13 g kosher salt (2 heaping tsp)
  • 2 1/2 g Cure #1 (1/2 tsp, level)
  • 10 g garlic (3 cloves, pressed)
  • 5 g black pepper (2 1/2 tsp, cracked)
  • 4 g cayenne pepper (2 tsp)
  • 100 g cold water (1/4 cup)

Instructions

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  1. Cut lean pieces of meat into 1" to 2" pieces and tenderize them in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment for 3-4 minutes. If you don't have a stand mixer, grind them through a stuffing plate or 1/2" (12 mm) - 3/4" (18 mm) plate.
  2. Grind the fattier pieces through a 1/4″ (6 mm) plate.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the meat with the rest of the ingredients, including the water.
  4. Stuff into 38 - 40 mm beef or hog casings. Tie to make 12” links.
  5. Cure in the fridge for 12 - 24 hours.
  6. Dry for 2-4 hours at room temperature then hold for 30-60 minutes in a pre-heated smoker at 130F without smoke.
  7. Smoke over pecan wood at around 140F for about 8 hours until you obtain a nice rich mahogany color.
  8. Cook Andouille in the smoker at 170F - 195F until the internal temperature reaches 154F-158F. This should take about 30-40 minutes. Add a pan with boiling hot water to expedite the process.
  9. Chill quickly by placing on a cold marble slab or a similar cold surface.
  10. Refrigerate after cooling down. Keep wrapped in butcher's paper for best results.

Notes

  • You may also poach Andouille after smoking in water at 170F-175F until the internal temperature reaches 154F  - 158F, about 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can steam or bake in the oven. Another option is to refrigerate it as is and cook as part of a dish, like gumbo.

Nutrition Information

Calories 340kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 150mg (50%) Sodium 1423mg (59%) Potassium 894mg (26%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 416IU (8%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 340

% Daily Value*

Calories 340kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 47g 94%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 150mg 50%
Sodium 1423mg 59%
Potassium 894mg 19%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 416IU 8%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.