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Sausage Rolls

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Author: Imma Published:1/16/2020Updated:1/06/2022
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Sausage Rolls made with store-bought puff pastry, ground meat, and spices. Quick, easy and an absolute crowd-pleaser. You may serve them as a snack, appetizer or even breakfast! Everybody sure loves them.

Sausage Rolls

Do you know what’s the next big thing after the holidays? Super Bowl! 

Football is a big thing here in the US. You could just imagine the noise here at home during game days with my son and hubby as they cheer for their favorite team. Yep, they tend to get rowdy most of the time! As for me, well, I’m all here for the food, baby. 😉

Though I’m not a fan of it, I still go all out when it comes to serving the best finger food during this time of the year. And one of our all-time favorite game day food is this Sausage Rolls here. Super EASY, doable, tasty snacks or appetizer guaranteed to please anyone!

What is a Sausage Roll?

Sausage Rolls

If Americans have Pigs in a Blanket, the British and Australians have this epic Sausage Rolls, too. And I must say, they do know their stuff. This dish is a savory snack or appetizer made from sheets of puff pastry, accompanied with a meaty filling made of sausage, onions, garlic, egg, and spices. Bake them right away (or freeze for future use) and pair it with your favorite dipping sauce!

Sausage Roll Ingredients

British sausage rolls are initially the bigger ones, but our Americanized version here is bite-sized that is just absolutely perfect for dipping either with ketchup or this Honey Mustard Sauce in this RECIPE.

Before you get too excited (which I know you are), here’s what you need for this beef sausage roll recipe:

  • cooking oil
  • onion and garlic
  • thyme
  •  cayenne pepper (adjust based on heat tolerance)
  • ground beef or sausage meat
  • parsley
  • breadcrumbs
  • egg
  • salt
  • smoked paprika
  • thawed puff pastry
  • another egg to glaze and seal

Sausage Rolls

Can You Make Sausage Rolls the Day Before?

You sure can! Simply assemble them the day before and refrigerate the unbaked rolls in an airtight container in single layers with parchment paper in between layers. Brush them with the egg wash just before baking them.

Can You Freeze Sausage Rolls?

Absolutely! I always have a big batch of these puff pastry sausage rolls stashed in my freezer just in case my craving strikes during ungodly times. To freeze, place them on a baking sheet or pan in a single layer and flash freeze for a couple of hours. When they’re already hard to touch, remove from the sheet/pan and transfer in ziploc packages or in freezer-safe bags and freeze for up to a month. Brush them with egg wash and bake them frozen with additional 7-10 minutes more.

How to Reheat Sausage Rolls?

You may also bake up these rolls and freeze or refrigerate. Just reheat them when ready to serve. To reheat, pop them in a 350 F oven and bake for about 10 minutes straight off from the fridge. Or if they’re baked and frozen, defrost them for an hour at room temperature and heat them up in the oven for 5 minutes.

Sausage Rolls

Other Appetizers To Try

  • African Meat Pie
  • Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels
  • Potato Croquettes
  • Crab Rangoon
  • Pizza Rolls
  • Plantain Chips

More Puff Pastry Recipes to Explore

  • Guava Pastry
  • Apple Turnovers
  • Spinach Quiche
  • African Fish Roll

Sausage Rolls

Now, if you didn’t know, sausage rolls are an Australian thing. So I am going to give you another variation on this. I know you love variety, right? This one is made with Pork and Bacon. Do I hear bacon lovers saying AMEN?! OK, it is the creation of my good friend, Nagi , an amazing food blogger. Her recipes are quick, easy and tasty. Her pictures are another story; they will make you literally want to lick your screen. Check it out Here! Make both and share. Enjoy!

 

How To Make Sausage Rolls

Sauteed Onions and Garlic

In a medium saucepan, heat oil and sauté onions, for about a minute then add garlic, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Stir for about another minute or two to let the flavors bloom, be careful to not let it burn.

Sausage Roll FillingPlace the beef or unseasoned sausage meat, parsley, salt, breadcrumbs, egg, and smoked paprika into a medium bowl, followed by the sautéed ingredients. Thoroughly mix until everything has been fully combined. Divide into four.

Sausage RollsUnroll the thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured board and cut in half lengthways. Spoon ¼ of the sausage mixture and spread along the length of each pastry strip leaving a 1cm edge. Tightly roll the pastry around the sausage meat and brush the ends with the beaten egg to secure. Repeat process with the other half sheet. Then proceed and repeat the same procedure with the remaining sheet. If you have only one-pound sheet divide in four. You may let it rest in the fridge for about 10 minutes to make cutting easier.

Beef Sausage RollsUse a sharp knife to cut each roll into about 8-10 pieces each or large . In the video I cut the pastry into 6-8 pieces  Place on a baking pan or sheet.

If saving the puff pastry  for another day .Freeze and when frozen remove and place in zip lock packages. They last about a month. You can bake them frozen but would have to add about 7-10 minutes more. Brush sausage rolls with the remaining egg wash pastry.

Place in a 400F oven and cook for about 20minutes or more depending on the size of  the pastry puffs . The top should be golden brown , crisp up and the meat has cooked through. Remove and serve hot or warm or at room temperature. Pair with ketchup, if desired.

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This post was first published in December 2014 and has been updated with new photos, write up and a video.

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Sausage Rolls Puff Pastry Recipe

Sausage Rolls made with store-bought puff pastry, ground meat, and spices. Quick, easy and an absolute crowd-pleaser. You may serve them as a snack, appetizer or even breakfast! Everybody sure loves them.
5 from 16 votes
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 25 mins
Total: 45 mins
British
Servings 10 -12

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon (14ml) cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon (1g) thyme
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) minced cayenne pepper or more
  • 1 pound (453.59g) ground beef or sausage meat
  • 3 tablespoon (12g) chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
  • ½ cup (25g) breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) smoked paprika
  • 1 pound thawed puff pastry
  • 1 beaten egg , to glaze and seal

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil and sauté onions, for about a minute then add garlic, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Stir for about another minute or two to let the flavors bloom, be careful to not let it burn.
  • Place the beef or unseasoned sausage meat, parsley, salt, breadcrumbs, egg, and smoked paprika into a medium bowl, followed by the sautéed ingredients. Thoroughly mix until everything has been fully combined. Divide into two or 4 depending on your puff pastry.
  • Unroll the thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured board.. Spoon one part of the sausage mixture and spread along the length of each pastry strip leaving a 1cm edge. Tightly roll the pastry around the sausage meat and brush the ends with the beaten egg to secure. Repeat process with the other half sheet. Then proceed and repeat the same procedure with the remaining sheet. You may let it rest in the fridge for about 10 minutes to make cutting easier.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut each roll into about 8 or more pieces each. I cut the ones in the pictures into about 10 pieces each . So 20 pieces in total. While in the video it's cut into about 6 pieces each , totaling about 12 -14 pieces.
  • If saving for future use , Place on a baking pan or sheet. Freeze and when frozen remove and place in zip lock packages. They last about a month. You can bake them frozen but would have to add about 7-10 minutes more
  • Brush sausage rolls with the remaining egg wash pastry. Place in a 400F oven and cook for about 25-35 minutes until the pastry puffs and crisp up and the meat has cooked through. Remove and serve hot or warm or at room temperature. Pair with ketchup, if desired.

Tips & Notes:

  1. There are various types of ground meat you can use. You can purchase sausage (pork) meat (unseasoned or seasoned) from your neighborhood market. Or use any ground meat – turkey, chicken, and ground beef. If you buy seasoned sausage do not add any additional salt.
  2. Puff Pastry is  available in the freezer section in most supermarkets in the dessert section. 
  3. It’s best to thaw your  frozen puff pastry overnight in the fridge  or leave outside at room temperature for about 30 minutes or more , depending on the weather  or  it as soon as it's pliable and workable.
  4. If time permits  place the pastry in the freezer on a parchment-lined baking sheet to firm  up the pastry . This helps the sausage roll stay in shape 
  5. Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 382kcal (19%)| Carbohydrates: 25g (8%)| Protein: 14g (28%)| Fat: 24g (37%)| Saturated Fat: 6g (38%)| Cholesterol: 62mg (21%)| Sodium: 428mg (19%)| Potassium: 218mg (6%)| Fiber: 1g (4%)| Sugar: 1g (1%)| Vitamin A: 250IU (5%)| Vitamin C: 2.8mg (3%)| Calcium: 29mg (3%)| Iron: 2.8mg (16%)
Author: Imma
Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: British
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Nutrition Facts
Sausage Rolls Puff Pastry Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 382 Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 62mg21%
Sodium 428mg19%
Potassium 218mg6%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 14g28%
Vitamin A 250IU5%
Vitamin C 2.8mg3%
Calcium 29mg3%
Iron 2.8mg16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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  1. Marcia Smith says

    Posted on 2/20 at 5:50AM

    I am making these today for a game party this afternoon

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 2/20 at 12:40PM

      Yaay! I hope it all turned out great for you. Enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Charlene Dunn says

    Posted on 2/28 at 8:21AM

    5 stars
    Just made it for brunch today for my family and it is delicious and so easy to assemble! I made two pastry sheets and froze one to save for another day. Lovely recipe, Imma! Thank you!

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 2/28 at 10:50AM

      Thanks Charlene.

      Reply
  3. Janine Joubert says

    Posted on 2/8 at 6:05AM

    5 stars
    Can I freeze the raw meat only well?

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 2/13 at 10:33AM

      Yes you sure can.

      Reply
  4. Tammy says

    Posted on 12/23 at 9:27PM

    5 stars
    Made these tonight for snacking on Christmas Eve and they were delicious and easy to make. My whole family loved them!

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 12/24 at 8:00AM

      Great! Thanks so much.

      Reply
  5. betina says

    Posted on 5/19 at 11:46AM

    You’re so amazingly skilled. I am now a pro Fishroll maker all thanks to you. Can’t wait to make this. Thanks for enriching cuisine

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 5/19 at 2:41PM

      Awesome!!! Thank you so much for the feedback, Betina! Let me know how these sausage rolls work out for you!

      Reply
  6. Sweetie says

    Posted on 1/22 at 11:01AM

    These recipes are going to make me faaaaaaat! I love every one keep them coming

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/23 at 1:55AM

      Hahaha…thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Elaine Stanley says

    Posted on 12/30 at 8:17AM

    Hi Imma. Ex South African I am so happy for the Sausage roll recipe. Sounds like home the Samoosa recipe as well.

    Love your blog.

    Wishing you a Happy New Year.

    Take care.

    Elaine.

    Reply
  8. Nneka says

    Posted on 6/15 at 5:58AM

    Nice one ma
    What about the recipe for the dough?

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 6/17 at 6:12AM

      Hi. I had the store-bought ones for this recipe.

      Reply
  9. Shade says

    Posted on 5/17 at 2:00PM

    I have a guest that has an egg allergy. Can the egg be substituted for smtg else?

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 5/26 at 8:31PM

      Sorry I can’t say for sure without further testing .

      Reply
  10. Sharon Taylor says

    Posted on 3/14 at 7:32PM

    Hello from an Australian, My mother-in-law had a similar recipe. Loved them and going to try this recipe. ps I am older. How many years attest to good old sausy rolls with tomato sauce.

    Reply
  11. Salma says

    Posted on 2/11 at 4:37AM

    Please Imma how do I get your recipe book/books

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 2/11 at 11:48AM

      Hi Salma. Thanks for asking. But for now, I don’t have any cook book yet. Hopefully there’ll be one soon. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Todd says

    Posted on 1/17 at 10:07AM

    Hi, can you freeze the sausage rolls once you have made them, prior to baking and then bake them at a later date?
    Thanks in advance 🙂

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 1/17 at 3:06PM

      Hi Todd. Yes, you can make them ahead. Place uncooked sausage rolls on a baking pan in a single layer and freeze. When frozen,remove them and place in ziploc packages and store in the freezer for up to a month.

      Reply
  13. Dana says

    Posted on 1/12 at 7:18AM

    Is there a dipping sauce?

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/14 at 5:39AM

      You can use a honey mustard dipping sauce . Will be posting one soon.

      Reply
      • Victor says

        Posted on 11/16 at 11:59AM

        5 stars
        Good to know they can be frozen. When it’s time to cook them do you suggest cooking them frozen or thawing them first? If they are cooked frozen, what cooking time do you suggest?

        Thanks

      • imma africanbites says

        Posted on 11/16 at 5:05PM

        Hi. You can bake them straight off the freezer. Just bake them 7-10 minutes more (around 35-42 minutes).

  14. Janet says

    Posted on 12/12 at 7:46PM

    5 stars
    This was very good. I didn’t have beef so I used pork instead. Thank you for the wonderful recipe.

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 12/14 at 4:06AM

      Glad it turned out well for you, Janet. 🙂

      Reply
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