Hairy Bikers Sausage Rolls Recipe
Sausage rolls always bring smiles to the table. This Hairy Bikers sausage rolls recipe feels hearty, warm and full of comfort.
Ingredients
- Puff pastry sheets 2 sheets
- Pork sausage meat 500 grams
- Onion 1 small finely chopped
- Garlic cloves 2 minced
- Fresh sage 1 tablespoon chopped
- Fresh thyme 1 teaspoon chopped
- Breadcrumbs ½ cup
- Egg 1 large
- Salt ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper ½ teaspoon
- Egg yolk 1 for brushing
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
- Place sausage meat in a bowl. Add onion, garlic, herbs, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix gently until combined.
Chill the Mixture
- Cover the bowl and chill filling for ten minutes. This helps flavors blend and makes shaping easier.
Prepare the Pastry
- Lay puff pastry on a floured surface. Cut each sheet in half lengthwise using a sharp knife.
Shape the Sausage Meat
- Divide filling into even portions. Roll each portion into a long log matching pastry length.
Assemble the Rolls
- Place sausage meat along pastry edge. Roll pastry over meat tightly, sealing edges underneath.
Brush with Egg
- Brush pastry tops with egg yolk. This gives a shiny, golden finish after baking.
Cut into Pieces
- Cut each roll into equal pieces. Place them seam-side down on prepared baking tray.
Bake Until Golden
- Bake at 200°C until puffed and golden. This usually takes around thirty minutes.
Cool Slightly
- Remove sausage rolls from oven. Let them cool for five minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use good quality sausage meat for best flavor.
- Add mustard for extra kick.
- Try chicken sausage for lighter rolls.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking.
- Serve warm for best texture and taste.