Jul 14 2026

Texas Sausage Recipe

Time2h
Serves8

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

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Ingredients

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Meat Ingredients

Other Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Meat

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meat Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, and pork fat. Mix well until all the meats are fully incorporated.

Adding Spices

  1. 2

    Season the Meat

    Add paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of spices.

Adding Water

  1. 3

    Incorporate Ice Water

    Gradually add the ice water to the meat mixture. Mix with your hands until the mixture is sticky and well combined.

Preparing Casings

  1. 4

    Prepare Hog Casings

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

Stuffing Sausages

  1. 5

    Stuff the Sausage Casings

    Using a sausage stuffer, carefully fill the hog casings with the meat mixture. Be careful not to overfill; leave some space for expansion. Tie off the ends of the casings securely.

Cooking

  1. 6

    Cook the Sausages

    You can grill, smoke, or pan-fry the sausages over medium heat until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

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