Sweet and Sour Kielbasa
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Sweet and Sour Kielbasa recipe—a quick and easy dish that perfectly balances savory, tangy, and sweet flavors. Featuring tender slices of browned kielbasa sausage and juicy pineapple chunks, this dish is coated in a rich homemade sauce made with brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and a splash of white vinegar for the perfect blend of zest and sweetness. Thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry, the sauce clings to each bite, delivering bold flavor in every mouthful. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is great as a standalone appetizer or paired with white rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner. Whether you're hosting a party or whipping up a family meal, Sweet and Sour Kielbasa will quickly become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage
- 20 ounces pineapple chunks (including juice)
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
In a large skillet or saucepan, brown the kielbasa over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Drain the pineapple chunks, reserving the juice in a medium mixing bowl.
To the pineapple juice, add brown sugar, ketchup, white vinegar, and soy sauce. Whisk until smooth to create the sweet and sour sauce.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Set aside.
Return the browned kielbasa to the skillet, along with the pineapple chunks.
Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the kielbasa and pineapple. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to medium-low. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir well. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and serve hot. Pair with white rice, noodles, or enjoy on its own as a hearty appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1767 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.9 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.4 g | 187% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 4302 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1811 mg | 39% | |
*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.
