Grilled Sausages with Onion Gravy

Name: Grilled Sausages with Onion Gravy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 Pork (Cumberland or Lincolnshire), sourced from a reputable local butcher); 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 3 Onion (thinly sliced); 50 g Butter; 1 tbsp Flour; 500 ml Stock; 100 ml red wine (optional (for depth)); 1 tbsp Vinegar; 1 tsp Thyme; Black Pepper

Pork sausages grilled over indirect heat until golden and cooked through, served with a rich onion gravy built in a pan beside the fire.

Prep: 5 minCook: 20 min4 servings

Grilled Sausages with Onion Gravy is a recipe built on good technique and well-sourced ingredients. The method is straightforward; the result depends on paying attention to the details. Starting with quality pork sausages, the key is to cook them over direct heat on the BBQ, allowing the natural flavours to develop while keeping the sausages juicy. Using a two-zone setup and a probe thermometer ensures precise cooking without rushing the process.

The onion gravy complements the sausages perfectly, made from simple, seasonal ingredients like onions, butter, and a splash of red wine or vinegar to add depth. Cooking the gravy slowly allows the onions to caramelise and the flavours to concentrate, resulting in a clean, rich sauce without relying on heavy seasoning or additives. This combination of fire-cooked meat and a well-balanced gravy reflects the essence of everyday BBQ—honest, approachable, and rooted in good food grown and prepared with care.

Serves:

For the Sausages

Cumberland or Lincolnshire), sourced from a reputable local butcher

For the Onion Gravy

thinly sliced