Chef John's Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties

Name: Chef John's Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 2 tsp Fennel Seed; 1 pinch Ground Nutmeg; 1 lb Ground Pork; 0.5 tsp Italian Seasoning; 2 tsp Orange; 0.13 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 1 tsp Salt

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Chef John's Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties balance rich, coarsely ground pork with fragrant fennel, bright orange zest, and a gentle kick of pepper and red pepper flakes. Subtle nutmeg and Italian herbs round out the flavor for a juicy, aromatic bite. Serve these patties hot alongside eggs and toast for a weekend brunch or as a make-ahead protein for busy weekday mornings.

Prep15 mins
Cook10 mins
Serves6
DifficultyEasy

1

Put the pork, fennel seeds, orange zest, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and nutmeg in a bowl and gently stir with a fork to combine. Do not overmix. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
2

Check the seasoning before using: Shape about 2 teaspoons of the sausage into a small patty and fry in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Let cool for 1 to 2 minutes and taste for seasoning.
3

Cover a cutting board with plastic wrap. Divide the sausage into 6 equal portions, roll into balls, and wrap each ball in plastic wrap. Press each into a patty and discard the plastic.
4

Set a heavy skillet, such as cast iron, over medium-high heat. Cook the patties in the hot skillet until the centers are no longer pink and the sausage is browned, about 3 minutes per side. Serve immediately.