Perfect Homemade Turkey Sausage
A flavorful, healthy alternative to traditional sausages, perfect for breakfast or any meal of the day.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients Group Label
- 1 lb Ground Turkey Aim for meat with around 93% lean.
- 1 tsp Salt Use kosher or sea salt for better texture.
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Dried Sage
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste for heat.
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil Helps to bind the ingredients.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients on a clean work surface and prepare your utensils.
- In a mixing bowl, add the ground turkey and break it up gently.
- Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried sage, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes over the ground turkey.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture.
- Gently mix the ingredients together without overworking the mixture.
- Cook a small amount of the mixture in a skillet to taste and adjust seasoning.
- Form the sausage mixture into patties or links.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the sausage for about 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the cooked sausage to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve hot, either on its own or as part of a larger meal.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.