Paleo Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies
Transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Paleo Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies! Perfectly balancing sweetness and heat, this dish combines tender, paleo-friendly sausage links with a bold, homemade sauce crafted from coconut aminos, unsweetened pineapple juice, raw honey, and a blend of smoky spices. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for serving at gatherings or indulging in a quick, flavor-packed snack. The thick, caramelized sauce clings to every bite, making it a crowd-pleasing addition to game days, potlucks, or holiday spreads. Garnish with fresh parsley for an eye-catching finish and enjoy this guilt-free paleo favorite. Keywords: paleo little smokies, sweet and spicy, party appetizer, quick snack recipe, sausage bites, game day recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Paleo-friendly little smokies sausage links
- 0.25 cup Coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp Raw honey
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp Sea salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut aminos, pineapple juice, raw honey, tomato paste, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cayenne pepper, sea salt, and ground black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to incorporate all the seasonings.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
While the sauce is simmering, place the paleo-friendly little smokies into a medium-sized skillet or another saucepan.
Pour the prepared sweet and spicy sauce over the smokies, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Cook the smokies and sauce together over low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are heated through and the sauce has thickened further.
Transfer the smokies to a serving dish and optionally sprinkle with fresh herbs like chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve warm as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.2 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.9 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 239 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 6232 mg | 271% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.6 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1398 mg | 30% | |
*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.
