Low Fat Homemade Filipino Longganisa
Experience a healthier take on tradition with this **Low Fat Homemade Filipino Longganisa** recipe, featuring lean ground turkey as a lighter alternative to the classic pork sausage. Infused with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and garlicky flavors, thanks to ingredients like coconut sugar, soy sauce, and freshly minced garlic, this recipe delivers the authentic taste of longganisa without the guilt. Enhanced with a touch of annatto powder and paprika for a rich color and depth, it can be prepared with or without sausage casings, making it versatile and beginner-friendly. Ready in under an hour (with a little extra time for marinating to deepen the flavors), these longganisa sausages are perfect when served sizzling hot with garlic fried rice and juicy tomatoes for a hearty and traditional Filipino breakfast. Whether you’re seeking a low-fat Filipino dish or looking to explore homemade sausages, this recipe is your delicious solution!
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Ingredients
- 500 g lean ground turkey
- 6 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon annatto powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 package casing (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, minced garlic, soy sauce, coconut sugar, black pepper, white vinegar, paprika, annatto powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly using your hands until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 2
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 3
If using sausage casing, soak it in lukewarm water for about 30 minutes, then rinse to remove excess salt. Stuff the casing with the turkey mixture using a sausage stuffer or a piping bag with a wide nozzle, twisting at intervals to create individual links.
Step 4
If not using casing, shape the turkey mixture into small sausage-like logs using your hands. Each log should be about 4 inches long and 1 inch in diameter.
Step 5
To cook the longganisa, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage logs without additional oil, as the natural fat in the turkey will suffice.
Step 6
Cover the skillet and cook the longganisa over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
Step 7
Serve the longganisa hot with garlic fried rice and sliced tomatoes for a traditional Filipino breakfast experience.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (643.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 880.3 |
| Total Fat 36.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 357.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4405.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.5g | |
| Protein 104.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 149.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1451.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories