Shpikachki are tender sausages inside with pieces of bacon, i.e. lard. This product is a quick way to quickly prepare lunch or dinner.
Many novice cooks are wondering how to cook bacon, how long they need to be cooked, and whether they can be cooked at all, since these sausages are intended for frying. Also, many are interested in the question of how to cook bacon in a slow cooker and how to cook them in the microwave. All these questions will be answered in an article with detailed instructions.
In general, these sausages with lard inside are intended for frying on the grill or, at worst, in a frying pan, and due to the fact that there is lard inside, when frying, they release juice, fry and become incredibly tasty. But, if you still need to cut down on calories and eat a healthier dish, then you can cook them. Shpikachki are essentially cooked in the same way as regular sausages; after the water boils, they are sent to cook for 4-5 minutes.
How to prepare sausages
Whether or not to remove the artificial film from sausages before cooking is a controversial issue. Some believe that the film can release harmful substances when heated. Others are sure that the sausages in the casing will be juicier, since they will not give up the juice to the water.
However, it is much more convenient to clean the sausages before cooking. When cleaning hot products, the meat may come off along with the casing. Then the sausages will turn out uneven.
But products with natural casings definitely do not need to be cleaned in advance. And after cooking, you don’t have to remove it, because it’s edible. To prevent the film from bursting, pierce it in several places with a toothpick.
Frozen sausages do not need to be thawed first.
Interesting Facts
Do you know that:
- In Bavaria they make the product “Blaue Zipfel”, the so-called “blue sausage”. The unusual color is the result of cooking in vinegar, and accordingly the taste becomes sour.
- In Dusseldorf they are golden, and in the literal sense of the word. The owner of one of the restaurants serves them covered with a thin layer of 585 gold. Moreover, he claims that it is good for digestion and health in general;
- The emergence of alternative casings is the result of increased demand. Artificial casing made of polyamide, natural casing made of gelatin and the technology of preparation without casing have replaced natural casings. There was no other solution: consumers liked this product too much.
How long to cook sausages
Sausages are a ready-made product that just needs to be heated. It only takes a few minutes.
Frozen sausages cook 2-3 minutes longer than chilled ones.
If you overcook the sausages, they may fall apart. And this does not look very aesthetically pleasing. To be on the safe side, follow the time specified in the recommendations.
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