Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMain Event HuntsvilleSmoked Jalapeño Sausage Recipe

Smoked Jalapeño Sausage Recipe

Time2h 30m
Serves8

Make Smoked Jalapeño Sausage Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat Ingredients

Vegetable Ingredients

Other Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Hog Casings

    Soak the hog casings in cold water for at least 30 minutes. Rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove any excess salt.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Jalapeños

    Wearing gloves, remove the stems from the jalapeños, slice them in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds for less heat if desired. Chop them finely.

  3. 3

    Chop the Fresh Cilantro

    Finely chop the fresh cilantro and set aside.

Mixing Ingredients

  1. 4

    Combine the Meats and Fats

    In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, and pork fatback until well mixed.

  2. 5

    Add Spices

    Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt to the meat mixture. Mix well until all spices are evenly distributed.

  3. 6

    Incorporate Vegetables

    Fold in the chopped jalapeños and fresh cilantro into the meat mixture until evenly distributed.

Stuffing the Sausage

  1. 7

    Prepare the Sausage Stuffer

    Attach the sausage stuffer attachment to your meat grinder or use a dedicated sausage stuffer. Feed one end of the soaked hog casing onto the stuffer tube.

  2. 8

    Stuff the Sausage

    Fill the casings with the meat mixture, being careful not to overstuff. Tie off the ends securely with kitchen twine.

Cooking

  1. 9

    Prepare the Smoker

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) using your preferred wood chips, such as hickory or mesquite.

  2. 10

    Smoke the Sausage

    Place the stuffed sausages in the smoker and smoke for about 2-3 hours or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

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