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Cypriot Pork Sausage

Cultural Context

Originating from Cyprus, Loukaniko is a traditional pork sausage infused with aromatic spices and herbs, reflecting the island's rich culinary heritage. Often enjoyed during festive occasions, these sausages are grilled and served with fresh bread or in a meze platter. Today, Loukaniko is celebrated not only in Cyprus but also in Greek communities worldwide, showcasing the island's flavors and traditions.

CypriotCYmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground pork
1 cup onions, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup bacon fat
1 cup tomatoes, diced

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork fat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Lean turkey reduces fat content while still providing moisture.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

1

Start by stating the time as 8:00 in the evening.

2

Introduce the recipe for Cyprus sausage, mentioning Chef Chapala.

3

Use ground pork as the base, noting that sometimes Lum is used or mixed with pork.

4

Add chopped onions and parsley to the ground pork.

5

Season the mixture with black pepper and salt.

6

Add half a teaspoon of cinnamon to the mixture.

7

Mix the ingredients using clean hands until well combined.

8

Add lemon juice to the mixture and incorporate it.

9

Shape the mixture into hot dog shapes.

10

Mention that traditionally stomach fat is used, but bacon fat will be used instead.

11

Explain that the casing is from pig stomach, which adds fat.

12

Cook the sausages without adding oil due to the fat content.

13

Add tomatoes and parsley to the cooking process.

Cooking Techniques

grindingstuffing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlgrill or frying pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Loukaniko

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