How to Make Longganisa

Longganisa (sometimes spelled longanisa, longaniza, langgonisa, langgoniza) are Filipino chorizos or sausages.  These cured sausages are known in many Philippine regions.  The famous types of longganisa originate from the towns of Vigan , Lucban, and Guagua.  Pork is the most preferred meat used in making this sausage.  Other alternatives are chicken, beef, and tuna.


Ingredients:

1 kg ground pork
1 can 140g tomato sauce
3 tbsp vinegar
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 head garlic
1 tsp pepper
1/2 cup white sugar
2/3 tsp salt


Procedure:

1. Combine all the ingredients to form a pork mixture.
2. Roll a tablespoon of pork mixture in a 4-1/2 inches by 3 inches wax paper.
3. Store in the freezer for 4 hours or until ready to cook.
4. When ready to cook, heat oil in the frying pan.
5. Unwrap the sausages and fry.

Best when served with fried rice, egg, and vinegar sauce.