Grilled gourmet sausages will spruce up any barbecue, though achieving the right moisture, texture, and char can sometimes be a challenge. If you want to enjoy these delicacies as they’re meant to be eaten, use the following advice. 

How to Grill Gourmet Sausages

1. Wait Until They’re Room Temperature

To ensure the sausages cook evenly, allow them to reach room temperature before throwing them on the grill. Due to their size and shape, this will usually take about half an hour or so. Although this may seem a little inconvenient to plan, it ultimately cuts down on how long they’re on the grill. 

2. Only Score Pre-Cooked & Smoked Sausages 

As visually interesting as it may be to cut slits into a sausage and grill it, this method shouldn’t be used on fresh pieces. Breaking the casing allows fats and flavors to escape. Furthermore, as the fat hits the grill, it causes the heat to flare up, which leads to too much charring.

However, with pre-cooked or smoked sausages, it’s not much of a problem since the pieces are firmer and the fats are less likely to drip out. Scoring them will also help them cook faster.

3. Poach First 

For fresh gourmet sausages, try poaching them over low to medium heat before placing them on the grill. This technique helps them cook more evenly and makes them more tender.

You can use any cooking liquid, such as water, beer, wine, or chicken stock, in the process. Place the sausages in a pot, and use just enough liquid to cover them. Wait patiently until the sausages reach 150 °F. Then move them to the grill and cook them on low-to-medium heat until they reach 160 °F.

Whether you’re craving something savory, spicy, or slightly sweet, turn to Alaska Sausage & Seafood. Located in Anchorage, this family-owned business has provided unique Alaskan delicacies for nearly 60 years. They offer a range of high-quality gourmet sausages made from beef, pork, and reindeer meat. If you want something more than just sausages, they also sell gift baskets with items like smoked fish, cheese, and crackers. Preview the selection online. If you have any questions, call (907) 562-3636 today.