Low Carb Boerewors

Savor the rich, authentic flavors of South African cuisine with this Low Carb Boerewors recipe, a perfect choice for anyone craving a keto-friendly twist on this traditional sausage. Made with a balanced blend of beef chuck, pork shoulder, and pork back fat, this homemade boerewors is seasoned with a fragrant array of spices like freshly ground coriander, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice for a robust, flavorful bite. The natural hog casings give the sausages a traditional touch, while the addition of white vinegar tenderizes the meat and adds a subtle zing. Whether grilled or pan-fried, these boerewors come together beautifully with minimal carbs, making them ideal for barbecues, meal prep, or a hearty low-carb dinner. Serve with your favorite keto sides for a delicious, satisfying meal that's both protein-packed and authentic!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 500 grams Beef chuck
• 500 grams Pork shoulder
• 250 grams Pork back fat
• 30 ml White vinegar
• 15 grams Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Cloves
• 20 grams Salt
• 2 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Allspice
• 2 medium, minced Garlic cloves
• 2 meters Natural hog casings

Directions

Step 1

Start by soaking the natural hog casings in warm water for about 30 minutes to soften them. Rinse them thoroughly to remove any salt.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef chuck, pork shoulder, and pork back fat. Ensure the meats are cold as this aids in a better grind.

Step 3

Incorporate the white vinegar into the meat blend to help tenderize the mixture and add a bit of tang.

Step 4

Using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, freshly grind the coriander seeds to release their aroma.

Step 5

Add ground coriander, cloves, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, allspice, and minced garlic to the meat mixture.

Step 6

Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Step 7

Attach your sausage stuffer to a mixer or use it manually, loading the mixed meat into the grinding attachment.

Step 8

Gently feed the softened casings onto the sausage stuffer's nozzle, leaving a few centimeters at the end to tie off when done.

Step 9

Gradually fill the casing with the meat mixture, being careful not to pack too tightly to avoid casing bursts.

Step 10

As you fill the casing, twist at approximately 10 to 15 cm intervals, forming individual sausage links, and loop them into a spiral shape, which is traditional for boerewors.

Step 11

Refrigerate the sausage for at least a few hours to let the flavors meld together, or cook immediately.

Step 12

To cook, place the boerewors on a preheated grill or pan over medium heat. Cook for about 15 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.

Step 13

Serve hot with your choice of low-carb sides for a flavorful and hearty meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1345.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4557.2

Total Fat 381.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 148.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 1143.7mg	0%
Sodium 10435.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 252.7g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 356.3mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 3665.7mg	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: 75.9%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 1.7%