The key component to Bangers and Mash is of course the bangers. And I’ve got a phenomenal homemade bangers recipe for your. Succulent, crispy, juicy and packed with flavor, these are the ultimate British bangers to go with your mash and onion gravy!
Growing up in England in my teens through young adulthood, Bangers and Mash was a dish I came to love and it’s something I make a point to order in the local pubs every time we go back to the UK to visit. For the ultimate comfort food you really can’t beat a plate piled with creamy mashed potatoes, savory sausages and drenched in a rich onion gravy. Today we’re going to share the recipe for the most important part of that meal: Our homemade bangers recipe!
If you’ve ever visited the UK you know the Brits love their sausages and they have a number of delicious varieties to boast about. To give you an idea, in 2014 the Brits spent roughly 780 million British Pounds (nearly one billion US Dollars) on sausages alone! The sausages we’re sharing with you today are associated specifically with the dish Bangers and Mash.
No, the term “bangers” is slang for any British sausage variety. That said, when it comes to the dish “bangers & mash,” in the homemade sausage-making world the bangers in that dish have often come to be associated with the inclusion of breadcrumbs or rusk and a particular blend of seasonings as key ingredients. These set the bangers in “bangers & mash” apart from other sausage varieties. You’ll also find those in the list of ingredients when you buy what are labeled as “British Bangers” in grocery stores, butchers or specialty meat shops outside the UK.
Our recipe incorporates these flavor and texture elements. We also include white pepper and mace, an old-fashioned spice that was commonly added in many sausage and meat recipes of generations past that gives it that wonderful traditional flavor.
A Few Sausage-Making Resources
For making sausages you’ll need a meat grinder and a sausage stuffer. Years ago I tried using the KitchenAid attachments for both of these and as any experienced sausage maker will tell you, they’re downright frustrating. If making sausages is something you’re interested in doing I strongly recommend getting some good equipment.
In choosing our sausage-making equipment, we did a lot of research and chose the items that were the good quality without having to pay a fortune.
Which Meat Grinder Do You Recommend?
We use the STX International Turbo Force Electric Meat Grinder. With 3000 watts, 3 speeds and a 3-year warranty, it has high reviews and comes top-recommended by most review sites as the best bang for the buck.
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What are British sausages made of?
As with most other kinds of sausage, British sausages are traditionally made of pork and different herbs and spices, mixed according to ancient recipes, passed down through the ages. Traditional sausage recipes are still a closely guarded secret and it is these recipes which give the British such a huge variety of sausages to choose from.
What is sausage made of?
Sausage is typically made of ground meat (such as pork, beef, or chicken), fat, salt, and spices. Some sausages also include additional ingredients such as herbs, vegetables, or cheese. The mixture is then stuffed into casings made of animal intestines or synthetic materials, which are cooked or smoked to create the final product.
What is in a pork sausage?
Whether you’re a fan of traditional pork sausage or prefer more exotic varieties, this article will give you a better understanding of what exactly is in your favorite sausages. Sausage is typically made of ground meat (such as pork, beef, or chicken), fat, salt, and spices.
What makes a good British Sausage?
A good British sausage should be made with at least 70 percent high-quality meat, usually beef, pork, or a mixture of both. The remaining contents include seasoning, breadcrumbs, and fat. Across the UK, there are many regional varieties of sausages. These are just a few of the most easily found.