Grilled Albanian Korça Sausage on Arteflame Grill

Introduction

Korça sausage is a famous Albanian delicacy known for its delicious blend of pork and spices. Grilling it over open flames enhances its smoky, savory flavor. Using the Arteflame grill allows for an incredible sear at 1,000F on the center grill grate, locking in all the juices before bringing the sausages to perfect doneness on the flat top cooktop. Follow this recipe to enjoy authentic Albanian flavors with unbeatable grilled texture and taste.

Ingredients

• 6 Korça sausages
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil onto three paper napkins.
2. Place the napkins inside the grill and stack firewood on top.
3. Light the napkins and allow the fire to spread.
4. Wait about 20 minutes for the grill to reach cooking temperature.

Step 2: Prepare the sausages

1. Pat the Korça sausages dry with a paper towel.
2. Mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
3. Lightly coat the sausages with the spice mix.

Step 3: Sear the Sausages

1. Place the Korça sausages on the center grill grate over 1,000F heat.
2. Sear them for about 1-2 minutes per side to lock in juices.

Step 4: Move to Flat Cooktop

1. Move the sausages to the Arteflame flat griddle cooktop.
2. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked.
3. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 155F.
4. Remove from the grill at 140F as they will continue cooking.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

1. Brush the sausages with melted butter for extra flavor.
2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Tips

• Always remove meat 15F before the final desired temperature.
• Use firewood for optimal smoky flavor.
• Rotate sausages regularly for even cooking.

Variations

1. Spicy Korça Sausage: Add red chili flakes and cayenne for extra heat.
2. Herb-Infused Sausage: Mix in fresh rosemary and thyme for aromatic flavor.
3. Cheese-Stuffed Sausage: Slice and stuff with feta before grilling.
4. Beer-Marinated Sausage: Marinate sausages in dark beer for 2 hours before grilling.
5. Garlic Butter Sausage: Baste with garlic butter while grilling.

Conclusion

Perfectly grilled Korça sausages bring out the best Albanian flavors. Using the Arteflame grill ensures a crisp sear and juicy, flavorful bites every time.

Best Pairings

• Grilled flatbread
• Roasted peppers
• Pickled vegetables
• Feta cheese
• Chilled Albanian beer (Korça Beer)