Candied Kielbasa Bites
Delicious bites of kielbasa sausage coated in a sweet and tangy glaze—perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Start by slicing the kielbasa into ½-inch rounds and gathering your other ingredients.
- Make the glaze: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth.
- Combine with kielbasa: In a skillet, add sliced kielbasa and pour the glaze over it, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Cook it up: Cook over medium heat for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and the sausages are caramelized.
- Serve hot: Transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm, and enjoy!
- Garnish (optional): Top with chopped green onions or sesame seeds before serving for a fresh touch.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with variations like adding hot sauce for a spicy kick or substituting half the sugar with honey for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: kielbasa, appetizer, sweet and savory, game night, party food