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All the spices for homemade Italian sausage seasoning measured into a white bowl before mixing, with Italian seasoning and fennel seed jars on a wood cutting board.

Homemade Italian Sausage Seasoning

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  • Author: Jenn Giam Smith
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: About 3 tablespoons seasoning mix 1x

Description

This Homemade Italian Sausage Seasoning turns plain ground pork into flavorful homemade sausage using simple pantry spices you probably already have on hand. Perfect for pasta, pizza, soups, stuffed peppers, and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Optional Additions

  • 1/4-1 teaspoon red pepper flakes for spicy Italian sausage (depending on your preferred spice level)
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce for deep savory flavor (add during cooking, not to the dry seasoning blend)

Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients to a small bowl and stir until fully combined.
  2. Use immediately or store in an airtight jar or spice container at room temperature for later use.
  3. This seasoning blend is designed for 1 pound of ground pork.
  4. To make homemade Italian sausage, mix the seasoning into raw ground pork until fully combined, then cook as desired.
  5. You can also brown the pork first and sprinkle the seasoning directly into the pan during cooking for quick weeknight meals.

Equipment

Notes

  • Lightly crushing the fennel seeds before mixing helps distribute the flavor more evenly through the meat.
  • Add red pepper flakes if you prefer spicy Italian sausage.
  • Fish sauce adds deep savory flavor without making the sausage taste fishy.
  • Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Jenn’s Kitchen Tip:

For the best Italian sausage flavor, lightly crush the fennel seeds before mixing the seasoning blend. It helps release the oils and gives the sausage that classic Italian sausage taste.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: mixes, rubs, spices
  • Method: No Oven, No-cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

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Find it online: https://www.jenn-smith.com/italian-sausage-seasoning/