Keto Homemade Alheira Sausage

Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of Keto Homemade Alheira Sausage, a low-carb twist on Portugal’s beloved traditional sausage. This recipe combines succulent chicken breast and pork belly with aromatic garlic, smoked paprika, and crushed bay leaves, creating a perfectly seasoned and savory blend. Bound together with almond flour and eggs, this keto-friendly version skips the bread but keeps all the hearty goodness intact. Crafted with natural pork casings and oven-baked to a golden perfection, these sausages boast a tender texture and bold flavor. Ideal for meal prep or impressive family dinners, serve these sausages alongside your favorite low-carb sides for a truly satisfying dish. Perfect for keto enthusiasts and anyone who loves classic European comfort food with a healthy twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 250 grams Pork belly
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 3 units Bay leaves, crushed
• 50 grams Almond flour
• 2 units Eggs
• 3 meters Pork sausage casings

Directions

Step 1

Start by cooking the chicken breast and pork belly together in a large skillet over medium heat for about 15 minutes, until fully cooked and lightly browned. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

Transfer the cooled meats to a food processor and pulse until finely ground.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add olive oil and gently sauté the minced garlic for about 2-3 minutes or until it becomes fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground meat back into the skillet with sautéed garlic. Mix in smoked paprika, salt, ground black pepper, and crushed bay leaves until everything is well combined. Cook for another 5 minutes, then remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool.

Step 5

Once cooled, transfer the meat mixture back to the food processor. Add almond flour and eggs, processing until it forms a cohesive mixture. This will help to bind the ingredients together.

Step 6

Rinse and soak the pork sausage casings in warm water as per the instructions on the package to soften them.

Step 7

Use a sausage stuffer to fill the casings with the sausage mixture. Twist or tie the sausages at regular intervals to form links.

Step 8

Once all the mixture is stuffed, let the sausages rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Arrange the sausage links on a baking sheet and bake for about 30-40 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked through.

Step 10

Serve hot with your favorite low-carb sides or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1016.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2933.9

Total Fat 232.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 1007mg	0%
Sodium 4731.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.6g
Protein 195.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 289.0mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 2096.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.9%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 2.6%