Cooking spicy Italian sausage with peppers and onions is a delicious and flavorful dish that's easy to prepare. The combination of the sausages, sweet peppers, and onions creates a tasty and satisfying meal. Here's a simple stovetop recipe to get you started:
Ingredients:
- Spicy Italian sausages (you can use mild if you prefer)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2-3 bell peppers (any color you like), sliced
- 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes (for extra heat)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
- Hoagie rolls or your preferred bread for serving
Instructions:
Prepare the sausages: If the sausages are not pre-cooked, you'll want to partially cook them before adding the peppers and onions. You can do this by either pan-frying them for a few minutes on each side or parboiling them in simmering water for about 5 minutes. Cooking them partially will ensure they cook evenly with the peppers and onions later.
Sauté the onions and peppers: In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they start to soften and become translucent, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
Add the peppers: Add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet with the onions. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are tender-crisp, usually around 5-7 minutes.
Add the garlic and seasoning: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, being careful not to burn the garlic. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if you want to increase the heat.
Add the sausages: If you partially cooked the sausages earlier, now is the time to add them to the skillet with the peppers and onions. If the sausages were already fully cooked, you can simply slice them and add them to the pan.
Finish cooking: Continue cooking the sausages, peppers, and onions together until the sausages are fully cooked through and have reached an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). This will take about 8-10 minutes.
Serve: Once everything is cooked to perfection, you can serve the sausages, peppers, and onions on hoagie rolls or your preferred bread. You can also top the sandwich with fresh parsley or basil for added flavor and a pop of color.
This dish is perfect for a hearty sandwich or served over rice or pasta. It's a crowd-pleaser that's sure to satisfy your taste buds with its savory and spicy goodness!