Calling all cricket fans and foodies alike! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a unique twist on a classic favorite – sausage rolls. The Great British Bake Off star, Saku Chandrasekara, shares her delectable recipe from her new cookbook, “Taste of Cricket.” This recipe isn’t just a simple sausage roll; it’s a celebration of cricket and cultural fusion, with a Sri Lankan twist that will leave you craving more.
Chandrasekara’s Curried Chicken and Caramelized Onion Sausage Rolls are a perfect treat for any cricket tea or gathering. She emphasizes the importance of cricket in her life and her family’s, highlighting how it brings people together through shared experiences and delicious food. Cricket tea, according to her, is more than just a meal; it’s a chance to unite cultures and share flavors.
This recipe offers a burst of flavor and a delightful combination of textures. The caramelized onions provide a sweet and savory base, perfectly complemented by the aromatic curry powder and the richness of the chicken mince. The addition of chestnuts adds a delightful crunch, while the puff pastry provides a flaky and buttery exterior.
The recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare, taking just 20 minutes for prep and an hour of cooking time. You’ll end up with 12 delicious sausage rolls, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to crafting these flavorful sausage rolls:
Ingredients:
* 1 tbsp olive oil
* Knob of butter
* 1 medium red onion, sliced
* 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1/2 tsp chilli powder/flakes
* 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
* 500g chicken mince
* 30g fresh coriander, roughly chopped
* 75g cooked chestnuts, roughly chopped
* 1 tsp curry powder
* 1/2 tsp ground pepper
* 1/2 tsp chilli powder
* 1/2 tsp salt
* Flour, for dusting
* 500g block all-butter puff pastry
* 1 large egg, beaten
* 2 tbsp sesame seeds
* Sweet chilli sauce or ketchup
Instructions:
1.
Prepare the baking sheets:
Line two baking sheets with non-stick paper and set aside.2.
Caramelize the onions:
Heat the olive oil and butter in a medium non-stick frying pan over gentle heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.3.
Add the flavor:
Pour in the balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, chilli powder, and pepper. Cook for another 20 minutes on low heat, stirring often, until the onions are beautifully caramelized. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and allow it to cool.4.
Combine the filling:
Once the onions have cooled, crumble in the chicken mince. Add the coriander, chopped chestnuts, curry powder, pepper, chilli powder, and salt. Mix everything thoroughly.5.
Shape the sausage:
Divide the filling into two portions and shape each into a 30cm sausage. Wrap each sausage in cling film and chill for 15 minutes.6.
Prepare the pastry:
Roll the puff pastry into a 33x38cm rectangle and cut it in half lengthwise. Place one sausage along each strip of pastry.7.
Encase the filling:
Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg wash. Carefully roll the pastry to encase the sausage and seal the edges. Repeat with the other strip.8.
Chill and bake:
Place the prepared sausage rolls on the prepared baking sheets and chill for 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 180°C fan. Trim the ends of each roll and cut each log into 6 pieces, adjusting the size to your preference. Make 3 slits on top of each piece.9.
Finishing touches:
Place the sausage rolls back on the baking sheets. Brush them with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake for approximately 30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.10.
Serve:
Allow the sausage rolls to rest for 10 minutes before serving warm. You can also cool them completely and enjoy them with a side of sweet chilli sauce or ketchup.With this delicious and easy-to-follow recipe, you can bring the flavors of Sri Lanka and the spirit of cricket to your own kitchen. Get ready to enjoy this unique and flavorful twist on a classic!
