Baked Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry

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Flaky puff pastry encases a savory filling of seasoned pork and fennel, baked to golden perfection for a classic Australian snack. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs ground pork, fennel seeds, crushed, medium onion, finely chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 8 Australian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 1 tbsp crushed fennel seeds, 1 medium finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 2 puff pastry sheets on a floured surface into rectangles approximately 12x9 inches. Divide the pork mixture evenly along the center of each sheet in a long line.
  3. Step 3: Brush 1 beaten egg along one edge of each pastry sheet. Fold the pastry over the filling and press edges to seal, trimming any excess. Cut each roll into 2-inch pieces.
  4. Step 4: Place sausage rolls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush tops with remaining beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden and puffed, and filling is cooked through.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry?

Australian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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