| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 35 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 450 | 18g | 5g | 30g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 13g | 6g | 35g | 0.8g |
I can’t help but swoon for this delectable Sokos Sausage and Peppers dish. A tongue-tantalizing blend of hearty sausage, zesty peppers, and savory herbs and spices, the recipe marries all the flavors we yearn for in home-style comfort meals. It’s a familiar flavor profile that evokes memories of long-held Southern get-togethers — albeit with a distinct Mediterranean twang.
Reminiscences through Recipes
Though its ingredients are Mediterranean in nature, Sokos Sausage and Peppers somehow kindles a nostalgia for my Southern roots. Perhaps it’s the way the sausage, peppers, onions, and garlic share a likeness to my grandmother’s sausage and peppers jambalaya. I envisage the darkened cast iron skillet sitting over the fire, as the rustic colors of peppers and onions mixed with succulent sausage paints an all-too-familiar picture. This dish is a multi-cultural union of flavors, comparable to a sprinkle of the South meeting a dash of the Mediterranean.
Health Highlights
And it’s not just the flavors and memories that make this dish a winner in my book. The recipe is generously loaded with healthy, colorful vegetables. But don’t let the word ‘healthy’ dissuade you; this is a far cry from mundane ‘health food’. With garlic acting as a potent immune booster and bell peppers brimming with Vitamin C, you bite into a wealth of nutrients with each forkful. Not to mention the olive oil, a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, blessed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Indulging in this feast is a fun and flavorful way to nourish your body.
Pairing Sausage with Panache
Sokos Sausage and Peppers is truly a dish that stands on its own. Yet, its universal appeal makes it incredibly adaptable for pairing with numerous dishes. Try serving it beside a simple steamed rice or alongside a steaming mound of fluffy garlic mashed potatoes. And it wouldn’t be too aberrant to pair it up with some traditionally Southern collard greens, creating a remarkable blend of culinary cultures.
With a perfect balance of harmonious flavors, nutrient-rich ingredients, and an easy-to-follow recipe, this Sokos Sausage and Peppers dish is one I find myself returning to time and again. It is no less than a celebration of my Southern roots, my passion for surfing the culinary waves, and my love for the art of cooking. Until next time, happy cooking!
What You’ll Need
- 1.5 lbs of Sokos sausage
- 3 bell peppers (green, yellow, red)
- 2 large onions
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 can of crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 teaspoon of oregano
- 1 teaspoon of basil
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
Method
Step One
Start by slicing the Sokos sausages into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
Step Two
Next, seed and slice the bell peppers, and peel and slice the onions. You should aim to keep the slices around the same size for even cooking. Mince the garlic.
Step Three
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the sausage rounds. Cook them until they’re browned on all sides, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step Four
Next, add the pepper and onion slices to the pan. Stir them around to fully coat them in the oil and sausage drippings. Cook this mixture, while stirring occasionally, for roughly 20 minutes – until the vegetables are soft and have begun to caramelize slightly.
Step Five
Add the minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir the mixture well, and let it cook for another minute or so – just until you can really smell the garlic and herbs.
Step Six
Now, pour in the can of crushed tomatoes. Stir everything together well, making sure the sausage and peppers are fully covered by the tomato sauce. Simmer this for 15 minutes.
Step Seven
Finally, stir in the fresh parsley, and let everything cook for another minute just to heat it. Your Sokos Sausage and Peppers is now ready to serve!
