New Mexico Green Chile Sausage Links

Introduction

Bold, smoky, and perfectly juicy, these homemade New Mexico Green Chile Sausage Links are infused with fire-roasted green chile flavor and grilled to perfection on the Arteflame Grill. Using the reverse sear method, we lock in juices with a hot sear on the center grate, then gently finish cooking on the flat top griddle. These sausages are bursting with New Mexican flavor, and you'll love how easy it is to cook the entire meal on your Arteflame with virtually no cleanup.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground pork (80/20 blend)
• 1 cup roasted and peeled New Mexico green chiles, chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• Butter (for the griddle)
• Sausage casings (natural hog casings, soaked and rinsed)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up your Arteflame Grill

1. Place three folded paper napkins in the center grill bowl.
2. Pour a bit of vegetable oil on each napkin.
3. Stack dry firewood over the napkins.
4. Light the napkins with a match or lighter. Your Arteflame Grill will be ready for grilling in about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Sausage Mixture

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped New Mexico green chiles, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and water.
2. Mix thoroughly by hand until the mixture is well incorporated and sticky.

Step 3: Stuff the Sausage Casings

1. Fit a sausage stuffer with a medium nozzle and slide on the casing.
2. Carefully fill the casing with the sausage mixture, making sure not to overstuff.
3. Twist the sausages into 6-inch links and tie off the ends.

Step 4: Sear the Sausages

1. Place a pat of butter on the flat griddle and another on the center grill grate of the Arteflame.
2. Sear the sausage links on the center grate (1,000°F) for 1-2 minutes per side to develop a rich crust and lock in juices.

Step 5: Finish on the Flat Cooktop

1. After searing, move the sausages onto the flat top cooktop, positioning them closer to the center for higher heat or toward the edge for slower cooking.
2. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, rotating occasionally until the internal temperature reaches 150°F (remove from grill as they will come up to 165°F while resting).
3. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

• Always remove sausages when the internal temp is 15°F below desired doneness to allow for carryover cooking.
• Use butter, not oil—it enhances the flavor and browns beautifully without burning.
• Your Arteflame's multiple heat zones let you cook sausages, roasted veggies, and tortillas all at once.
• If using the pizza oven attachment, you can quickly toast rolls or buns right on the flat griddle.
• Use fire-roasted New Mexico chiles for an authentic flavor that pairs well with smoky pork.

Variations

1. Cheddar Green Chile Links: Add 1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar to the sausage mix for a gooey, cheesy finish.
2. Green Chile Chicken Sausage: Substitute ground pork with ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
3. Smoky Chipotle Chile Links: Replace red pepper flakes with 1 tablespoon chipotle puree for deeper smoky heat.
4. Sweet Corn & Green Chile: Fold in 1/2 cup grilled sweet corn kernels for extra texture and sweetness.
5. Extra Hot Hatch Chile Sausage: Use hot Hatch green chiles and double the red pepper flakes for spice lovers.

Best pairings

• Grilled onions and peppers on the flat griddle
• Fire-grilled corn on the cob with butter and lime
• Fresh flour tortillas or grilled buns on the outer griddle
• Spicy potato wedges on the flat top
• A cold New Mexico lager or horchata for balance

Conclusion

Your Arteflame makes it easy to create unforgettable, smoky, and flavorful meals like these New Mexico Green Chile Sausage Links. Whether you're searing on the sizzling-hot center grate or finishing your cook on the solid steel griddle, your sausages will come out juicy, savory, and picture-perfect. And cleanup? Almost none. Fire it up and enjoy!