Breakfast links or patties

Breakfast links or patties recipe videos

Breakfast links or patties are savory, pan-fried or grilled meat products, typically made from ground pork, beef, turkey, or chicken, seasoned with herbs and spices like sage, black pepper, and garlic. They are a staple of the traditional American and British breakfast, often served alongside eggs, toast, and hash browns.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These are primarily a high-protein, high-fat food with minimal carbohydrates, providing key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving of two links or one patty contains roughly 150-250 calories, depending on the meat and fat content.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	260 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	23 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	520 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Potassium	200 mg

Per 2 patties (92 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, they represent a hearty, convenient morning meal that evolved from the tradition of using up leftover meats, and they are a defining component of the 'full English' or American diner breakfast. Nutritionally, their high satiety factor from protein and fat can help curb mid-morning hunger.