How to Make Sausage Patties Like McDonald's: The Ultimate Homemade Recipe
Serves 1
Directions
- 1In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes (if using), sage, thyme, and maple syrup (if using).
- 2Mix the ingredients together thoroughly, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed through the meat.
- 3To test the flavor, cook a small portion of the mixture in a skillet and taste it.
- 4Adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding a pinch more salt, pepper, or spices.
- 5Divide the sausage mixture into 4 equal portions (or more if you want smaller patties).
- 6Roll each portion into a ball and then flatten it into a patty shape, aiming for about 1/2 inch thick.
- 7Try to make them as uniform in size as possible for even cooking.
- 8Use your hands or a spatula to flatten each patty gently but evenly.
- 9If using for breakfast sandwiches, shape them to fit the size of your English muffin or biscuit.
- 10Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add a tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- 11Allow the oil to heat up, but not to the point of smoking.
- 12Place the sausage patties in the hot skillet and cook them for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- 13Ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for fully cooked sausage.
- 14Once cooked, transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- 15Serve your sausage patties for breakfast sandwiches, paired with scrambled eggs and cheese, or alongside pancakes and syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground pork (ideally, use pork with a bit of fat for juiciness)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a little heat)
- 0.25 teaspoon dried sage (for that classic breakfast sausage flavor)
- 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme (optional, but adds a great depth of flavor)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, adds a hint of sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)
Equipment
large mixing bowlskillet or frying panspatulaplatepaper towels
Tips
- Use a mix of lean and fatty pork for the juiciest patties (80% lean to 20% fat is ideal).
- Don’t overmix the pork and seasonings to avoid tough patties.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding hot sauce.
- Shape patties uniformly for even cooking.
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