Former Chef of Elizabeth II Shares the Secret to Perfectly Fried Sausages 0 5

Renowned chef Jeff Baker, awarded a Michelin star, works for a major British food company that leads in the production of natural products and pays special attention to meat quality. In anticipation of the winter holidays, the chef shares tips on frying sausages to achieve perfection.

“Remember five simple steps that will help you prepare the perfect meat snack at home. First, take the sausages out of the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. This will allow the product to warm evenly and prevent the natural casing from bursting when it comes into contact with the pan,” explains Jeff Baker.

Secondly, he advises placing the sausages in a heavy non-stick frying pan and setting a low or medium heat.

“Thirdly, add a teaspoon of duck or goose fat and evenly distribute it across the surface of the pan, removing any excess,” continues the chef.

Then, fry the sausages over even heat for 10-12 minutes, turning them constantly and ensuring they do not touch each other.

“The final step is to let the dish rest a bit after frying. The internal temperature of the meat should be 70°C,” instructs Jeff Baker.

He also highlights common mistakes that prevent achieving perfect fried sausages, as reported by the online publication The Mirror.

Jeff recommends avoiding piercing the outer casing. This will inevitably lead to all the juices that keep the product moist leaking out into the pan, resulting in dry sausages. Sausages should also not be cooked in a deep fryer. High temperatures will make the skin too tough and dry out the meat. Baking in the oven is also not suitable for the product. Although it may seem like a healthier method, the loss of flavor does not justify the effort.

“It’s better to choose a higher quality product for baking, while cooking sausages according to my recommendations to preserve their unique taste and juiciness,” emphasizes the chef.