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Boudin Blanc (White Sausage)

Belgian Boudin Blanc (White Sausage)

Delicate French sausages made from ground pork and chicken, blended with cream, eggs, herbs, and spices. Poached then pan-seared for a tender, flavourful finish.
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Belgian
Servings 4
Calories 671 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Sausage stuffer
  • Food processor​ (optional)
  • Pot for poaching
  • Sausage casings
  • Cooking twine
  • Thermometer (to monitor poaching temperature)

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g 1.1 lbs pork shoulder, finely ground
  • 250 g 0.55 lbs chicken breast, finely ground
  • 200 ml 7 fl oz heavy cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground mace
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • Sausage casings natural or synthetic
  • 2 tbsp butter for cooking

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the meat base. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork and chicken. Mix thoroughly to ensure even texture. For the best results, use a food processor to blend the mixture for a smoother consistency. Set aside.
  • Prepare the aromatics. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the finely chopped onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Allow to cool before incorporating into the meat mixture.
  • Blend the mixture. Add the sautéed onions, garlic, salt, white pepper, nutmeg, mace, and parsley to the meat mixture. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices and aromatics.
  • Incorporate the cream and eggs. Gradually add the heavy cream to the meat mixture, stirring continuously to maintain a smooth texture. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This ensures the mixture binds properly for the sausages.
  • Chill the mixture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This step firms up the mixture, making it easier to work with when filling the casings.
  • Prepare the casings. Soak the sausage casings in warm water for 20 minutes. Rinse them thoroughly inside and out to remove any salt or impurities. Fit the casing onto a sausage stuffer nozzle.
  • Stuff the sausages. Fill the sausage stuffer with the chilled meat mixture. Carefully stuff the casings, ensuring there are no air pockets. Twist the casing every 6-8 inches to form individual sausages. Tie the ends securely with kitchen twine.
  • Cook the sausages. In a large pot, bring water to a gentle simmer (around 80°C or 176°F). Poach the sausages for 15-20 minutes, ensuring the water does not boil. This step cooks the sausages through while maintaining their delicate texture.
  • Finish the sausages. Heat the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat. Lightly brown the poached sausages on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. This adds a golden crust and enhances the flavour.
  • Serve and garnish. Plate the Boudin Blanc alongside traditional accompaniments like mashed potatoes, sautéed apples, or a light mustard sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley for an added touch of colour and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 671kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 39gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 26gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 284mgSodium: 1399mgPotassium: 739mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1379IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 2mg
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