Dove Sausage

A handcrafted approach to dove that produces perfectly seasoned links with authentic flavor. This recipe uses traditional sausage making to bring out the best in your harvest, creating a memorable meal for family and friends.

Specialty charcuterie for the dedicated hunter

Artisanal Sausage This preparation creates unique sausages from dove meat, requiring significant numbers of birds but producing exceptional results for special occasions.

Ingredients (Makes 3-4 lbs sausage)

• 3 lbs dove meat, ground (35-40 birds)
• 1 lb pork fatback, diced
• 2 tbsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp black pepper, coarse ground
• 1 tbsp fennel seeds, toasted and ground
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup red wine
• Natural hog casings, soaked

Specialty Sausage Method

1. Economics: Dove sausage requires a lot of birds. Plan on supplementing with pork shoulder to stretch your harvest.

2. Meat Preparation: Keep everything ice cold throughout the grinding process. Chill the grinder parts in the freezer beforehand.

3. Seasoning Integration: Mix the ground meat with your seasonings and a splash of cold wine. The mixture should become tacky and hold together.

Storage: Refrigerate 3 days, freeze 4 months