Grill Like a Pro: Chef David ‘Fig’ Figueroa’s Secrets to Perfectly Juicy Italian Sausage

Grill Like a Pro: Chef David ‘Fig’ Figueroa’s Secrets to Perfectly Juicy Italian Sausage

Grilling season is here, and who better to guide us than the incredible Chef David "Fig" Figueroa, co-owner of Melinda's! Featured in a recent Tasting Table article, Chef Fig shares his expert tips on how to perfectly grill Italian sausages, and we're all ears!

If you're looking for that mouth-watering, juicy sausage with a hint of char, Chef Fig's advice is a golden ticket to flavor heaven. His first tip? Head to an authentic Italian meat market. "That's your golden ticket to top-notch flavor," he says, emphasizing that *fresh ground is the best.* This is such a classic Fig approach – focusing on quality ingredients for the best-tasting results.

Now, we all love a good char on our grilled sausages, but Chef Fig warns against cooking them at too high a temperature. He reminds us that cranking up the heat will cause the delicate casing to burst, letting all those precious juices escape. The key is to grill them on medium heat, turning them every so often. *"Patience is your best friend here,"* he says, "you'll end up with perfectly cooked sausage, juicy and full of flavor." So, if you're planning your next barbecue, take a page from David's playbook – go for medium heat and a little patience!

Want more grilling inspiration? Check out Chef Fig on Instagram here and stay tuned for more of his tasty tips!
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