Alheira, or Stuffing Sausage, was invented by the Jewish people in Portugal during the inquisition in order to prevent detection during the period, as traditional Portuguese sausages were filled with pork. The sausages were so good that they eventually stuck and are now a part of traditional Portuguese cuisine. The most typical way to enjoy alheiras are deep-fried and served with potato chips and a fried egg. Although typically associated with the city of Mirandela, the regions of Beira Alta and Trás-os-Montes are also famous for their alheira sausages. They can be made with any type of meat, but we will use chicken, veal, and ground beef.
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