Beef Sausage Rolls
These Beef Sausage Rolls are a delicious twist on the classic, made with seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar, tangy pickled jalapeños, and flaky puff pastry. Perfect for a party snack or a quick dinner idea, these high-protein rolls offer a gourmet yet comforting bite. Whether you’re planning a weekend gathering or looking for easy dinner recipes, these homemade sausage rolls check all the boxes for fine dining recipes made simple.
Ingredients
- 1 small onion peeled, whole
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 500 g / 1 lb beef mince ground beef, preferably with higher fat content
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves minced or grated
- 1 beef stock cube crumbled (or 1/2 tsp kosher salt)
- ½ tsp kosher salt adjust if using other salt types
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ⅓ cup pickled jalapeños roughly chopped (~3mm)
- 1 ½ cups 150g cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup 50g parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry 24cm / 9.5", preferably butter-based
- 1 egg separated (yolk for brushing, white optional for sealing)
- For Sprinkling
- 1 tsp white sesame seeds
- ½ tsp black sesame seeds or more white if preferred
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C/390°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Grate or finely chop the onion.
- In a large bowl, combine onion, breadcrumbs, beef mince, egg, garlic, crumbled stock cube (or salt), pepper, jalapeños, cheddar, and parmesan. Mix well by hand.
- Cut each pastry sheet in half to create 4 rectangles.
- Divide the beef mixture into 4 portions and shape into logs, placing one along each pastry strip.
- Roll the pastry over the beef to form a log. Seal edges with egg white if needed.
- Cut each roll into 4 pieces (16 rolls total) and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush tops with beaten egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can use any cheese you prefer; cheddar offers a classic sharpness, while mozzarella or pepper jack adds different flavor profiles.
- Make ahead tip: Assemble rolls and freeze unbaked. Bake straight from frozen at 200°C for 35–40 minutes.
- Serve with ketchup, BBQ sauce, or mustard for dipping.