Skillet Sausages with Apples and Cider Onions
In short: Browned sausages simmered with sliced apples and onions in cider and thyme until the pan sauce turns glossy, served with mash or crusty bread. It takes about 45 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 35 min
- Total
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 490 kcal
Sweet apples and onions suit fatty sausages as well as they suit pork chops. The sausages are browned first, then the onions cook slowly in the pan until soft and golden. Apples and a splash of cider go in next, and everything simmers into a glossy sauce with thyme and a little mustard. Choose firm apples and plain pork sausages with some herbs. Serve with mashed potatoes to catch the sauce.
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Brown the sausages for 8 minutes, turning, until golden on all sides. Move them to a plate. They are not cooked through yet.
- Add the butter, onions and salt to the pan. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring often, until the onions are soft and golden.
- Add the apples and thyme and cook for 3 minutes.
- Pour in the cider and stock and stir in the mustard. Return the sausages, cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, until the sausages reach 71°C (160°F) and the apples are tender.
- Uncover and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce is reduced and glossy. Stir in the vinegar and pepper, taste for salt and serve.
Tips
- Use plain pork sausages, or ones flavored with sage or leek. Strongly spiced sausages overpower the apples.
- If you use apple juice instead of cider, add another 1 teaspoon of vinegar to balance the sweetness. A spoonful of cream at the end makes a richer sauce.
Questions and answers
What apples are best for cooking with sausages?
Firm, slightly tart apples such as Granny Smith or Braeburn keep their shape and balance the richness of the sausages.
Can I use chicken sausages?
Yes. They are leaner, so brown them in a little more oil and cook them to 74°C (165°F).
What should I serve with sausages and apples?
Mashed potatoes, buttered cabbage, red cabbage or crusty bread all go well.
How long does it take to make Skillet Sausages with Apples and Cider Onions?
About 45 min in total: 10 min of preparation and 35 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Skillet Sausages with Apples and Cider Onions?
About 490 kcal per serving, with 18 g of protein, 27 g of carbohydrates and 36 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 490 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Fat | 36 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
