It is possible to manufacture conventional and reducedfat (30% less energy) cooked sausages enriched with n 3 PUFA without sacrificing acceptable sensory quality. The amounts assayed yield a final level of n 3 PUFA until 1.4%, indicating that the n 6/n 3 ratio can be reduced until values close to 2 are reached, complying with recom- mendations of the British Nutrition Foundation. It is evident that this is a potential for stable new functional meat products with a more healthy fat content rich in n 3 PUFA, ready to be incorporated into our diet, which would have a favourable impact on health.