You
don't have to be Portuguese to love Linguica
and Chourico.
Thousands of food lovers of all ethnic backgrounds have also learned to treasure
these smoky, zesty flavored sausages and the numbers keep growing steadily.
Similar to kielbasa but with its
own unique flavor, Linguica
is a mild pork sausage still manufactured according to an old Portuguese recipe.
It is a fine blend of lean pork with a mixture of such basic spices as vinegar,
salt, paprika and garlic. Stuffed into a natural casing,
Linguica is then smoked until the special flavor and federally required
temperatures are reached.
Chourico,
made from the same good meats, has a heartier spiced flavor. Its main difference
from Linguica is that
it is a hot sausage whereas Linguica is mild.
Sausage lovers will find Linguica
and Chourico to be
very versatile, adding a special touch to many recipes. The most popular way of
preparation is to cut these sausages into three inch lengths, slice in half
lengthwise, pan fry or grill until sizzling. Then serve as a sandwich on a
hamburger bun or bulky roll.
Other exciting ways of serving Linguica
could be with eggs, as a meatball substitute with spaghetti, in an omelet or as
a zesty topping on pizza.
For those of you who enjoy
entertaining outdoors, Gaspar's Linguica
Franks & Linguica
Patties are a certain hit at any barbecue.
Another addition to our fine
array of sausages are Gaspar's Bite Sized Linguica Cocktail Franks, a perfect
solution for an unusual hors d'oeuvre.
Also, Gaspar's lite low fat
Turkey Linguica is an excellent choice for those who are concerned with foods
that are lower in fat and calories but without sacrificing the flavor of the
traditional pork Linguica.
