Turkey Sausage is a sausage that is made with turkey meat in the same manner as other sausages. It is considered to be a healthy way to reduce calories and cholesterol and at the same time add a lot flavor to the dish in which it is used. This sausage can be used in different preparations such as stir fried foods, accompanied with fried eggs and bread, used in combination with other healthy foods such as broccoli, and also used in bakes and casseroles.
Link sausages made with turkey resemble other regular sausages; however, they can also be made into patties. It is advisable to consume them within two days of its preparation, but if frozen, they can keep for a few months. Though these sausages are popular in the American cuisine, they are used in other cuisines across the world, including European and Asian.
Ingredients
Turkey Sausage is made with turkey meat and other ingredients that add flavor to the sausage are chopped cilantro, paprika, dried thyme leaves, dried savory, marjoram, minced garlic, black pepper and salt.
Method of Preparation
Turkey Sausage is one of the healthiest breakfast dishes, because it is low on fat, cholesterol and calories. Ground turkey meat is combined with all the seasonings and mixed thoroughly. This meat mixture is rolled into meat balls and flattened to form patties. It can be made into link sausages as well. The patties/sausages are browned (without fat/oil), as the meat already contains a little fat. Traditionally, the browned patties are served with fried eggs and bread.
Popular Recipes Using Turkey Sausage
Turkey Sausage is a delicious option for people who wish to have low calorie food. This sausage can be eaten as is, after browning on both sides; however, there are many other dishes that use it in their preparations. Listed here are a few such dishes –
Light Broccoli and Turkey Sausage Brunch Casserole – This is a healthy brunch that includes meat, dairy and vegetables.
Ingredients: Turkey sausages, broccoli florets, chopped green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, low-fat ricotta cheese, eggs, egg substitute, fat-free-half-and-half, tomatoes, garlic, salt and pepper.
Preparation: Browned sausages are crumbled and tossed in a bowl along with broccoli florets, green onions and cheddar cheese. Ricotta cheese, beaten eggs, egg substitute, fat-free half-and-half, garlic seasoning, salt and pepper are mixed separately and poured over the sausage mixture. The contents are mixed and baked with a topping of cheese and tomato slices.
Stuffed Zucchini with Turkey Sausage –
Ingredients: Ground turkey, zucchini, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped mushrooms, dry white wine, diced tomatoes, chopped fresh basil, chopped fresh rosemary, olive oil, parmesan cheese, egg, salt and pepper.
Preparation: Zucchinis are halved and the insides are scooped out and half of the insides are reserved. Meanwhile, sausages are browned and added to sautéed onions, garlic, mushrooms and the reserved zucchini mixture. Wine is added at this stage followed by sliced tomatoes along with basil and rosemary. All ingredients are stirred in well and after a while this mixture is set aside to cool. Cheese, beaten egg, salt and pepper are added and mixed to the cooled meat, which is filled into the halved zucchini shells. The stuffed zucchini shells are baked and served hot.
Trivia
Turkey Sausage is quite healthy on its own; however, other healthy options such as artichoke hearts, jalapeno peppers, bell peppers, olives, avocados and onions can be used in combination with this sausage and make the dish deliciously healthy.
