Verzini alla birra

Verzini are typical sausages from Lombard tradition, usually cooked in simple ways to enhance their flavor. Preparing them with beer is a method that enriches the taste and creates a delicious sauce. Here’s the recipe for making beer-braised verzini:

Ingredients

• 4 verzini (fresh pure pork sausages)
• 1 onion
• 500 ml of light beer
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning and finely slicing the onion.
2. Take a large pan and heat the extra virgin olive oil.
3. Add the onion to the oil and let it fry on medium-low heat until it becomes translucent and soft.
4. Add the verzini to the pan with the onion and let them brown on all sides so they take on color.
5. At this point, pour the beer over the verzini until they are covered. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat.
6. Let simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, until the beer has reduced, forming a slightly thicker sauce.
7. Adjust salt and pepper during cooking according to your taste.

While the verzini are cooking in the beer, you’ll have time to prepare a side dish, which could be, for example, baked potatoes or polenta.

Curiosity

In Lombardy, verzini are a dish associated with convivial and festive moments, often accompanied by mustard or other traditional side dishes. The beer preparation not only makes them tender but adds a particular aroma that perfectly matches these sausages.

For an all-Italian touch, you can also add a bit of rosemary or sage during the cooking of the verzini for an even more inviting scent. And to accompany, a Lombard artisanal beer could be the perfect choice. Enjoy your meal!