Greek Loukaniko Sausage with Lemon and Herb Dip

Name: Greek Loukaniko Sausage with Lemon and Herb Dip
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork; 2 tbsp red wine; 1 tbsp fennel seeds; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tsp orange zest; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp dill; 1 tbsp mint; Salt and pepper

Traditional Greek Sausage Paired with a Refreshing Dip

Dive into the delightful flavors of Greece with this savory loukaniko sausage complemented by a zesty lemon and herb dip.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Loukaniko Sausage

1 lb ground pork

2 tbsp red wine

1 tbsp fennel seeds

toasted and crushed

2 cloves garlic

minced

1 tsp orange zest

For the Lemon and Herb Dip

1 cup Greek yogurt

2 tbsp lemon juice

freshly squeezed

1 tbsp dill

finely chopped

1 tbsp mint

finely chopped

Salt and pepper

to taste

Preparation

Marinating the Sausage

Combine ingredients

Mix ground pork, red wine, crushed fennel seeds, minced garlic, and orange zest in a bowl.

Season

Season with salt and pepper.

Chill

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

For an intense flavor, let the sausage marinate overnight and ensure the mix is well-chilled before cooking.

Preparing the Lemon and Herb Dip

Combine ingredients

In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, and mint.

Season

Season with salt and pepper.

Chill

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

For extra zest, add a pinch of lemon zest to the dip.

Cooking Process

Sautéing the Sausage

Heat a pan over medium heat and add the marinated sausage mix, shaping it into patties.

Use medium heat.

Grilling the Patties

Grill the sausage patties until golden brown and cooked through.

Use medium-high heat.

Chilling the Dip

Keep the prepared dip in the fridge until serving time.

Plating & Serving