Candied Kielbasa
Sweet, savory, and utterly irresistible, Candied Kielbasa is the perfect appetizer to impress at any gathering. This easy-to-make dish features bite-sized slices of smoky kielbasa sausage caramelized in a rich, glossy glaze made from brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of garlic. The balance of sweet and savory flavors, combined with a touch of black pepper for subtle spice, creates a mouthwatering coating that clings to every slice. With only 10 minutes of prep and a total cooking time of under an hour, this recipe is ideal for weeknight snacks or party platters. Serve it warm with toothpicks as a crowd-pleasing treat that’s guaranteed to disappear in minutes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb kielbasa sausage
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds and set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the kielbasa slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned. Remove the slices from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, pour the brown sugar and soy sauce mixture. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the glaze cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Return the browned kielbasa slices to the skillet. Toss the slices gently in the glaze, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Simmer the kielbasa slices in the glaze for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and clings to the sausage.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the candied kielbasa cool slightly before serving.
Serve the candied kielbasa warm as an appetizer or add toothpicks for easy serving at parties.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 36 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 999 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
