Sai Oua (lao-style Sausage)

Sai Oua is a flavorful Lao-style sausage that is perfect for grilling or pan-frying. It is made with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, giving it a unique and delicious taste.

Sai Oua (lao-style Sausage)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tbsp lemongrass, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp galangal, minced
  • 2 tbsp shallots, minced
  • 2 tbsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 6-8 sausage casings

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, lemongrass, galangal, shallots, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, salt, black pepper, turmeric, and cilantro. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Stuff the sausage mixture into the casings, twisting the sausages into 6-8 inch links.
  3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the sausages. Cook for 18-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the sausages are browned and cooked through.
  4. Remove from the pan and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Sausage stuffer Non-stick pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Sai Oua with sticky rice, fresh herbs, and spicy dipping sauce for a traditional Lao meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier sausage, add 1-2 finely chopped bird's eye chilies to the sausage mixture.

Cost

$15