How to Make Traditional Portuguese Sausage at Home

There’s nothing quite like the rich, smoky aroma of freshly cooked Portuguese sausage—known as linguiça. This traditional sausage is packed with garlic, paprika, and deep flavors that are both comforting and bold. Making it at home might sound intimidating, but with a few basic ingredients and some patience, you can recreate this beloved staple right in your own kitchen.

🛒 Ingredients:

• 2 lbs pork shoulder (with some fat)

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• 6 cloves garlic, finely minced

• 2 tbsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

• 1 tbsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1/4 cup red wine

• Natural sausage casings (optional for links)

🧂 Preparation:

1. Chop or grind the pork into small chunks. You want a mix of meat and fat for flavor and juiciness.

2. In a large bowl, combine garlic, paprika, pepper, salt, and red wine. Mix in the pork thoroughly.

3. Cover the bowl and let it marinate overnight in the fridge for deep flavor infusion.

4. If using casings, soak them in warm water, then stuff the seasoned meat using a sausage stuffer. Twist into links.

5. Grill, pan-fry, or smoke your sausages until fully cooked.

🍽 Serving Ideas:

Serve linguiça with rustic bread, grilled vegetables, or slice it into hearty stews like Caldo Verde. It also pairs wonderfully with a glass of red wine and Portuguese cheese.

Making linguiça at home is more than a recipe—it’s a celebration of tradition and flavor. Once you’ve tried it fresh, you’ll understand why it holds such a special place in Portuguese cuisine.