Spiralizing hot dogs has become a popular hack for upgrading the texture of this indisputable American classic — so why not give it a go when it comes to your Italian sausage? Known for its salty, herb-packed flavor, the Italian sausage sandwich is a favorite at potlucks, barbeques, and weeknight dinners (especially if you're making homemade sausage ). And — if you can believe it — spiralizing it can make Italian sausage just that much better. Spiral-cutting is a hack that's been around for decades — and, no, it's not exclusive to barbeque meats.
While you can buy a fancy gadget that spiralizes your hot dogs , sausages, cucumbers, or any other cylindrical food you desire, spiralizing is a pretty easy technique to do with the help of a kitchen knife. While rotating the (in this case) sausage, make shallow diagonal cuts into the skin — starting at the top and working toward the bottom. The result? A texturally elevated sausage that takes your dish to the next level — especially when it comes to condiments and toppings.
Why you should spiralize your Italian sausages The reasons why you should spiralize your Italian sausages are (mostly) the same as spiral-cutting your hot dogs. Not only does it make your dishes all the more visually appealing — and, let's be honest, way more fun — but it also enhances the texture, as well as how your sausage infuses flavor and carries toppings and condiments. Do you know how those browned bits of sausage are the best part? By spi.