British Sausage Seasoning - Homemade, 
Herby and Peppery

British Sausage Seasoning is a robust, savoury blend built around black pepper, sage and thyme, with a little nutmeg and mace adding the warm background character associated with traditional British-style sausages. It works particularly well with pork, but can also be used with chicken, turkey or vegetarian sausage mixtures.

What You'll Need:

  • 2½ tbsp black peppercorns
  • 2 tbsp dried sage
  • 1 tbsp dried thyme
  • 2 tsp yellow mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground mace
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt

Method:

    1.  Coarsely grind the black peppercorns and mustard seeds in a mortar and pestle or a quick
         pulse in a spice grinder. Add to a mixing bowl.

    2.  Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix thoroughly until evenly combined.

    3.  Store in an airtight jar away from direct sunlight. Best used within 6 months.

Makes about 7 tablespoons


Cooking Tip: For homemade sausage meat, start with 1½ tablespoons of seasoning per 500 g of minced pork, then fry a small test piece and adjust the seasoning before shaping or filling casings.

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