Baked Australian Sausage Rolls with Fennel and Pork

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

Flaky puff pastry envelops a savory blend of pork sausage meat and aromatic fennel seeds, baked until golden brown and perfect for snacking or parties. This Australian-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs pork sausage meat, fennel seeds, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork sausage meat
• 1 tsp fennel seeds
• 1 small, finely chopped onion
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 sheets (about 8 oz each), thawed puff pastry sheets
• 1 large, beaten (for egg wash) egg

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 lb pork sausage meat, 1 tsp fennel seeds, 1 small finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute ingredients.
2. Step 2: Roll out each of the 2 puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface into rectangles about 12x8 inches. Divide the sausage mixture into two equal portions and shape each into a long log about 10 inches long, placing each log along the center of a pastry sheet.
3. Step 3: Brush the edges of the pastry with some of the beaten 1 large egg. Fold the pastry over the sausage logs, sealing the edges by pressing firmly and crimping with a fork. Cut each roll into 6 equal pieces.
4. Step 4: Place the sausage rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops generously with the remaining beaten egg to ensure a golden finish.
5. Step 5: Bake in the preheated 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the tray halfway through, until the pastry is puffed and golden brown and the sausage filling is cooked through (internal temperature 160°F).
6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.