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    Home » Keto Breakfast Recipes » Sausage Patties

    Sausage Patties

    Last updated: Aug 7, 2021 · Recipes developed by Vered DeLeeuw and nutritionally reviewed by Rachel Benight MS, RD · This website generates income via ads and uses cookies · Terms of Use · Privacy Policy · Accessibility

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    It's easy to make sausage patties at home, and the result is juicy and flavorful.

    This delicious recipe contains no sugar or breadcrumbs! You can make it ahead of time, refrigerate or freeze, and reheat as many as you need each morning.

    Two sausage patties served on a white plate with two fried eggs.

    As much as I enjoy pancakes for breakfast, I often gravitate towards savory breakfasts rather than sweet ones. I find them more substantial, more satiating.

    When it comes to a filling savory breakfast, meat and eggs are a classic combination, whether bacon, steak & eggs, or these tasty patties. They are very tasty, easy to make, and they keep well in the fridge or in the freezer.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert tip
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Variations and substitutions
    • Serving suggestion
    • Storing leftovers
    • Related recipes
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    Ingredients

    You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this tasty keto breakfast. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

    Ground pork: I usually use lean ground pork - 85% lean and 15% fat.

    Kosher salt and black pepper: If using fine salt, you might want to reduce the amount you use, or the patties could come out too salty.

    Spices: Lots of them! I like to use garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper. Please make sure the spices you use are fresh. A stale spice can easily ruin a dish.

    Olive oil: I love cooking with this delicious oil. But if you'd rather use an oil with a higher smoke point, you can use avocado oil instead. Another tasty option is to use butter or ghee.

    Instructions

    How to make homemade sausage patties? It's easy! Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps:

    Mix. You simply mix fresh ground pork meat with lots of spices. The spices are the secret ingredient here. They add a ton of flavor!

    Shape. Now shape the mixture into patties. They won't be as perfectly shaped as commercial ones - don't worry about it! Homemade is not supposed to be perfect.

    Gently press your thumb into the middle of each patty to create a shallow dimple. This helps the patties hold their shape while they cook.

    Cook. Fry the patties in olive oil until cooked through. See? Easy!

    A photo collage showing the steps for making homemade sausage patties.

    Expert tip

    The sausages slightly shrink as they cook, so it's a good idea to make them wider in diameter than you want them to end up being.

    Frequently asked questions

    Why not just buy them at the grocery store?

    The ingredients list for a well-known brand includes the following: Pork, Water, Corn Syrup, Salt, Spices, Dextrose, Monosodium Glutamate. 😲

    There ARE better brands with a cleaner ingredients list. But it's so easy to make these patties at home, and the result is so very flavorful. And when you make them at home, you know exactly what goes into them!

    How do you make sausage patties from scratch?

    It's surprisingly easy. You simply mix fresh ground pork with spices, form the mixture into small patties, then cook them in olive oil. They only need to be cooked for about 2 minutes per side over medium-high heat.

    Do you need oil to cook sausage patties?

    You need a small amount of oil - I use 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Ground pork, even lean ground pork, is fairly fatty and will quickly release rendered fat into the skillet while it cooks. I do recommend using a nonstick skillet.

    Can I use meats other than pork?

    Yes! Pork will give you the classic breakfast patty flavor. But you can also use ground beef, ground chicken, or ground turkey.

    If you opt for ground chicken or turkey, make sure to use dark meat. The white meat is too lean. You might also need to add more oil to the skillet if you use leaner meats.

    Variations and substitutions

    I like to use garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper. But you can use other spices.

    For example, you can replace the thyme with dried oregano, the garlic powder with onion powder (or use both!), and the smoked paprika with regular paprika. Dried mustard will also taste good in this recipe - you can add about a teaspoon.

    You can also vary the ground meat you use. While pork is a classic, other options are good too, including ground beef, ground chicken, and ground turkey.

    Serving suggestion

    One of my favorite breakfasts is two of these tasty patties with fluffy scrambled eggs. It's a delicious meal that keeps me full for hours. On the weekend, when I have more time, I also add broiled tomatoes.

    By the way, these patties are perfect if you feel like having breakfast for dinner! I often do that, actually.

    Storing leftovers

    You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Reheat them gently, covered, in the microwave on 50% power.

    You can also make these patties in advance and freeze them for quick and easy midweek meals. Do make sure to place parchment paper or wax paper between the patties so that they don't stick to each other.

    Two sausage patties served with eggs.

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    Sausage Patties
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    Breakfast Sausage Patties

    It's easy to make homemade breakfast sausage patties, and the result is juicy and flavorful. This delicious recipe contains no added sugar.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 275kcal
    Author: Vered DeLeeuw

    INGREDIENTS

    • 1 lb. ground pork 85% lean
    • 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • In a medium bowl, use your hands to mix the ground pork and the spices. Shape the mixture into eight balls, then press on each ball to form patties, 2 oz each, ½-inch thick.
    • Gently press your thumb into the middle of each patty to create a shallow dimple. This helps the patties hold their shape while they cook.
    • Heat the oil in a large (14-inch) nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, about 2 minutes. Swirl to coat.
    • Place the patties on the skillet (you might need to cook them in two batches). Cook them until they are browned and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Their internal temperature should reach 165 degrees F. To check with a thermometer, insert the thermometer sideways into the patty, pushing it into the middle.

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    The sausages slightly shrink as they cook, so it's a good idea to make them wider in diameter than you want them to end up being.
    Pork will give you the classic breakfast patty flavor. But you can also use ground beef, ground chicken, or ground turkey.

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    NUTRITION PER SERVING

    Serving: 2patties | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 355mg
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