Loukaniko
Loukaniko is a traditional Greek sausage, often flavored with orange peel, fennel seed, and various herbs. This recipe pan-fries the sausage until nicely browned and cooked through. Serve it as a flavorful appetizer or part of a meze spread.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 400 ggreek sausage (loukaniko), pre-cooked or raw
- 1 tbspolive oil
for serving
- 1 pcslemon, cut into wedges
for garnish
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)
Equipment
tongs · skillet · cutting board · knife
The method
Step by step
- 1
If using raw loukaniko, prick each sausage a few times with a fork to prevent bursting and allow fat to render.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: This step is not necessary for pre-cooked sausages.
- 2
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 3
Add the olive oil to the hot pan.
- 4
Place the greek sausage in the pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Cook’s note: Cook in batches if necessary to avoid steaming the sausages.
- 5
Cook the sausages for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Cooking time varies based on whether the sausage is raw or pre-cooked. Raw sausage will take longer.
- 6
Remove the cooked greek sausage from the pan and let them rest for a couple of minutes on a cutting board.
About 2 min
- 7
Slice the greek sausage into thick rounds or serve them whole.
About 1 min
- 8
Arrange the loukaniko on a serving platter with the lemon wedges.
About 1 min
- 9
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Keep it good
Store any leftover loukaniko in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a pan over medium-low heat or in a microwave until warmed through.
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