Battered sausage facts for kids
A battered sausage, sliced in half after cooking
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| Type | Sausage |
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| Place of origin | United Kingdom |
| Main ingredients | Sausage |
| Ingredients generally used | Batter |
A battered sausage is a popular snack. It's a type of sausage covered in a crispy batter. You can find them in many places. These include Great Britain, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
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What is a Battered Sausage?
Battered sausages are a common food. You often find them in fish and chip shops. These shops are popular in Great Britain and Ireland. People often call them an "essential" part of the menu.
How are Battered Sausages Made?
To make a battered sausage, a pork sausage is used. It is dipped into a special batter. This batter is usually the same one used for fish. After dipping, it's deep-fried until golden and crispy.
How are Battered Sausages Eaten?
Battered sausages are often served with chips. This meal is sometimes called a 'battered sausage supper'. It's a tasty and filling meal.
Battered Sausages Around the World
Battered sausages are also popular far from Europe. In Australia, they might be called a "battered sav." A "saveloy" is just another type of sausage. This name also led to a local saying, "fair suck of the sav."
Battered Sausages in New Zealand
In New Zealand, you can find them with or without a stick. If it has a stick, it's called a hot dog. It's usually dipped in lots of tomato sauce. People often eat it right away. In Australia, this version might be called a Pluto Pup or a Dagwood Dog.
Nutritional Information
A typical battered sausage and chips meal can have around 750 calories. However, this amount can change a lot. It depends on how big the sausage is and how it's made.
