Sweet N Spicy Sausage
Transform your dinner routine with Sweet N Spicy Sausage, a flavor-packed dish that masterfully balances bold heat and satisfying sweetness. Juicy Italian sausage—whether mild or hot—is browned to perfection before being glazed in a rich, homemade sauce featuring honey, soy sauce, Sriracha, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for tangy depth. Infused with garlic and a hint of red chili flakes, this dish delivers a mouthwatering kick, while brown sugar adds caramelized warmth to every bite. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, this easy yet elevated skillet recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Perfect for weeknight meals or casual entertaining, serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that's as comforting as it is exciting.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 links Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 3 stalks Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Prick the sausage links with a fork a few times to prevent splitting, then place them in the skillet.
Cook the sausages for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the honey, soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Mix well to combine.
Sprinkle in the red chili flakes for added heat and stir the sauce until it starts to thicken slightly, about 3–4 minutes.
Return the cooked sausages to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce to coat evenly.
Cook the sausages in the sauce for another 5–7 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and glaze the sausages.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sausages to a serving platter.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.0 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.0 g | 265% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 6410 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.7 g | ||
| Protein | 86.3 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1590 mg | 34% | |
*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.
