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Sobrassada sausage sliced to show texture
Traditional Mallorcan spreadable sausage

Homemade Sobrassada (Mallorcan Spread)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Appetizers
Originating from Mallorca, Sobrassada isn't a slicing sausage but a spreadable, vibrant red cured pâté. The island's humid climate meant meat was preserved with paprika rather than dried hard. Intense, slightly fermented, and buttery, it's a Mediterranean breakfast dream on toast with honey.
🕒 Prep Time 1 hr
⌛ Total Time 35 days 1 hr
🍽️ Servings 10 servings
🔥 Calories 420 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Spanish

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Meat Grinder: Fine die.
  • Sausage Stuffer: To avoid air pockets.
  • Scale: Precision is safety in curing!

Instructions

1 ✓

Cube meat and fat. Keep partially frozen before grinding. Grind through the finest plate.

Tip: Cold fat doesn't smear, preserving the texture.
2 ✓

Mix ground meat with salt and spices. Knead vigorously for 10-15 mins until sticky and the mix pulls away from the bowl.

Tip: Salt extracts proteins (myosin) which act as the glue.
3 ✓

Stuff tightly into soaked casings, avoiding air pockets.

Tip: Air pockets harbor bacteria. Prick any bubbles with a sterile needle.
4 ✓

Tie ends and hang in a cool (55-60°F), humid place to cure for 3-5 weeks. White mold is fine; clean off any green/black mold with vinegar.

Tip: Fermentation creates the signature tang and concentrates flavors.
5 ✓

To serve, slice casing and spread contents on bread.

Tip: Serve at room temp so fats soften.

Recipe FAQ

Is it safe to make at home?
Curing raw meat requires expertise! Temp (60°F) and humidity (70-80%) are critical. If unsure, freeze the stuffed sausage and cook before eating like fresh chorizo.
Why is it red?
High-quality Paprika. It flavors, colors, and acts as an antioxidant.

Ingredients

  • 2.25 lbs Pork Shoulder (Butt)
  • 10 oz Pork Back Fat (skinless)
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Hot Paprika
  • 4 tsp Non-iodized Salt (Canning Salt)
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 4 cloves Garlic (crushed)
  • 6 ft Hog casings