Bra sausage facts for kids
Raw Bra sausage
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| Alternative names | sautissa ëd Bra |
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| Course | sausage |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Region or state | Piedmont. |
| Serving temperature | Warm |
| Main ingredients | lean beef, spices, pork belly |
Bra sausage (called sautissa ëd Bra in a local Italian language) is a special type of sausage. It's officially recognized as a traditional Italian food product. This means it has a special history and way of being made. It's produced only in the city of Bra in the Piedmont region of Italy. Local butchers work together to protect and promote this unique sausage.
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History of Bra Sausage
Why Bra Sausage is Special
Long ago, Bra sausage was made without pork fat. This was important because it was often sold to the Jewish community in a nearby town called Cherasco. Their religion has rules about not eating pork. So, this sausage was a good choice for them.
A Royal Rule for Sausage
In 1847, a special rule from the king (a royal decree) made it official. It allowed butchers in Bra to make fresh beef sausage. This was special because, at that time, making fresh beef sausage was not allowed in other parts of Italy. This rule helped make Bra sausage famous.
How Bra Sausage is Made
Main Ingredients
Bra sausage is mostly made from lean beef (about 70-80%). The rest is usually pork fat. It also includes different spices that give it its unique flavor.
How to Eat Bra Sausage
Cooked or Raw
You can enjoy Bra sausage in a few ways. Many people like to cook it, especially on the grill. It tastes great when it's warm.
As a Snack or Topping
You can also eat Bra sausage raw when it's fresh. People often have it as an appetizer before a meal. It's also a popular topping for pizza and small toasted bread slices called crostini.
