If you are looking for the best way to cook boudin sausages, I think you are at the right place. Because in this article, I will instruct you on how to cook boudin in 4 different ways.
1. Is Boudin Already Cooked?
Boudin is a type of sausage that can be either cooked or uncooked, depending on how it is made and sold. Some types of boudin are fully cooked and can be eaten right out of the package, while others are uncooked and need to be cooked before eating.
If you are not sure whether your boudin is cooked or not, check the packaging or ask the seller. If it is uncooked, make sure to cook it thoroughly before eating to ensure that it is safe to consume.
2. How To Cook Boudin in Oven
Ingredients
- 1 bag of boudin sausages
- Aluminum foil
- Cooking oil
Instructions
Step 1: Set the oven to 300° F for preheating.
Step 2: Meanwhile, ready a sheet pan by lining it with foil and spraying some oil lightly on the foil. Then, lay the boudin links on it and create space between them out for an even crispy result.
Step 3: Bake for 20-25 minutes at 300° F. At every 5-10 minutes interval, flip the sausages.
Step 4: Finally, remove from the oven and serve hot alongside some mustard sauce.
Note: When cooking boudin in the oven, never go above 350° F as it will burst the casing and burn the sausage.
3. How To Cook Boudin on Grill
Ingredients
- Boudin Sausage (room temperature)
- Olive oil
- Tongs
Instructions
Step 1: Begin by preheating the grill at 400° F or on medium heat. Also, brush some olive oil on the grill grates.
Step 2: Transfer the boudin sausages to the greased grill while leaving an inch gap.
Step 3: Grill for 8-10 mins with the lid closed. At 4 – 5 minutes intervals, flip them using tongs.
Step 4: When the boudin casings become crisp and golden brown, remove them into a serving dish. Enjoy stuffed in a bun drizzled with your favorite sauce.
Note: For even cooking, avoid grilling frozen boudin sausage. Thaw them in the refrigerator for 20-24 hours before grilling.
4. How To Cook Boudin on Stovetop
Ingredients
- 1 bag of boudin sausage
- 1 cup of water
- 1 pot
Instructions
Step 1: Pour water into the pot, place it on the stove over a high flame, and bring it to a boil.
Step 2: When the water starts bubbling, reduce the heat to medium and carefully drop the boudin links into the hot water, ensuring it is fully immersed.
Step 3: Cook the sausage for 10-15 minutes on medium heat.
Step 4: Lastly, remove into a dish lined with absorbent sheets to remove the excess water. Let cool for 2-3 minutes, cut the links, and serve.
Note: To check the doneness, use a digital food thermometer to check the internal temperature, which should read 160° F.
5. How To Cook Boudin in Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 bag of boudin sausages
- 1 kitchen tong to flip
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 380 ° F. Meanwhile, you use a fork to poke your sausages in 3 – 4 places as you like
Step 2: Place boudin sausages in an air fryer basket and leave some space between them
Step 3: Air fry boudin sausages for 12 minutes until golden brown. After 6 minutes, press pause and flip sausages over.
Step 4: Serve boudin with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy as is!
Now, you know how to cook boudin in 4 different ways. After reading this article, I hope that you will have delicious hot boudin sausages to enjoy at home. Good luck.
