Muskrat Sausage

Muskrat sausage is a traditional, rustic sausage made from the meat of the muskrat, a semi-aquatic rodent. The meat is typically ground and seasoned with spices like sage, thyme, and black pepper, then encased and smoked or dried. It is a regional specialty, particularly associated with rural areas of the American Midwest and parts of Canada, where muskrat hunting has been a historical practice.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Muskrat sausage is a high-protein, high-fat food with very few carbohydrates. It is a rich source of iron and B vitamins, particularly B12, and a typical serving can provide around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	1 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	680 mg
Iron	4.2 mg
Vitamin B12	6.5 mcg
Zinc	5.8 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	7.5 mg
Selenium	32 mcg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg

Per 2 links (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, muskrat sausage represents a form of foraging and utilizing local game, often tied to subsistence or traditional hunting practices. Nutritionally, it is a very lean and nutrient-dense protein source compared to many conventional sausages.