Pickled Hot Dogs or Sausages
Transform your snacking game with these tangy, spicy Pickled Hot Dogs or Sausages—a bold twist on traditional pickling that’s perfect for adventurous eaters and charcuterie lovers alike! This easy recipe combines savory sausages with a zesty vinegar brine infused with garlic, pickling spices, red pepper flakes, and optional jalapeños for an extra kick. Sweet and sour notes balance beautifully with the heat, creating a flavor-packed treat ready to complement cheese boards, crackers, or even backyard BBQ spreads. Simple to make and requiring just a handful of pantry staples, these pickled delights are best enjoyed after a few days in the refrigerator, where the flavors fully develop into tangy perfection. Great for meal prepping or gifting, this versatile recipe will bring excitement to your appetizers and snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Hot dogs or sausages
- 2 cups White vinegar
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Pickling salt (or kosher salt)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Pickling spices
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 4 sprigs Dill sprigs (optional)
- 1 piece Jalapeño or other hot pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 jar/container Mason jar or airtight container (32 oz)
Instructions
Begin by sterilizing your mason jar or airtight container. Wash it with hot soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and let it air dry.
Cut the hot dogs or sausages into thirds or halves, depending on your preference, and set them aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and pickling salt. Heat over medium heat until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved. Do not boil.
Stir in the garlic cloves, sliced onion, pickling spices, and red pepper flakes. Allow the brine to simmer for 2-3 minutes to extract the flavors of the spices.
If using a jalapeño or other hot pepper, add the slices to the jar or container along with the dill sprigs, if desired.
Carefully place the cut hot dogs or sausages into the sterilized jar or container. Layer them evenly for proper pickling.
Pour the hot brine mixture over the hot dogs or sausages, making sure they are completely submerged in the liquid.
Lightly tap the jar against the counter to release any trapped air bubbles. If needed, you can add a bit more water or vinegar to completely cover the hot dogs.
Seal the jar or container tightly and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to the refrigerator.
Allow the hot dogs or sausages to pickle for at least 3 days before serving to ensure full flavor development. For the best taste, wait up to a week.
Enjoy your pickled hot dogs or sausages as a tangy snack or alongside crackers, cheese, or pickled vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.9 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.1 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 11260 mg | 490% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.7 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1751 mg | 37% | |
*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.
