Vegan Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies
Get ready to elevate your party platter with these irresistible Vegan Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies! This plant-based twist on the classic appetizer combines the smoky flair of vegan cocktail sausages with a bold and flavorful sauce made from vegan barbecue sauce, maple syrup, sriracha, and a hint of apple cider vinegar. Infused with smoked paprika and garlic powder, the sauce creates a perfect balance of sweet and spicy, delivering a mouthwatering experience in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep, this crowd-pleasing dish is ideal for game-day celebrations, holiday gatherings, or casual snacking. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm to impress your guests with a vegan-friendly, quick, and delectable appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz vegan cocktail sausages
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (ensure it's vegan)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, maple syrup, sriracha sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and water until well combined. Set the sauce aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the vegan cocktail sausages to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides.
Pour the prepared sauce over the sausages in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and gently stir to coat the sausages evenly with the sauce.
Cover the skillet and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Remove from heat and transfer the sweet and spicy little smokies to a serving dish.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm as an appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.2 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 805 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% | |
*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.
