Hawaiian Kielbasa
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with the irresistible flavors of Hawaiian Kielbasa—a savory-sweet dish that combines juicy kielbasa sausage, tender pineapple chunks, and a luscious homemade sauce made from pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic. Perfectly caramelized and thickened with a cornstarch slurry, this 30-minute recipe is quick, easy, and loaded with tropical flair. Serve it over a bed of fluffy white rice for a complete, satisfying meal that’s ideal for busy days yet impressive enough for casual entertaining. Whether you’re craving a hint of the islands or looking to add a unique twist to your dinner table, this one-pan wonder is guaranteed to please. Keywords: Hawaiian Kielbasa, sweet and savory sausage, tropical dinner recipe, easy weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz kielbasa sausage
- 20 oz pineapple chunks (canned, with juice)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 3 cups cooked white rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Drain the canned pineapple, reserving the juice in a separate bowl. Set the pineapple chunks aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Whisk until the brown sugar is fully dissolved to create the sauce.
In a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat, add the sliced kielbasa. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges become slightly browned.
Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet with the kielbasa, and stir gently to combine.
Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Stir the mixture to coat the sausage and pineapple evenly in the sauce.
Increase the heat to medium-high and cook for 5-6 minutes, allowing the sauce to bubble and thicken slightly.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water until smooth to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the skillet and stir well to thicken the sauce further. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and serve hot, optionally over a bed of cooked white rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2797 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 98.3 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 5574 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 413.2 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 211.5 g | ||
| Protein | 62.8 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2136 mg | 45% | |
*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.
