Zingy Little Smokies
Get ready to spice up your appetizer game with "Zingy Little Smokies," a quick and easy party favorite bursting with bold, tangy flavor! This irresistible recipe takes tender cocktail sausages and smothers them in a homemade zingy sauce made from ketchup, brown sugar, honey, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce, balanced by the kick of apple cider vinegar and a touch of smoked paprika. For those who love a bit of heat, a dash of sriracha adds just the right amount of spice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for game day, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Serve these saucy little bites warm with toothpicks for a stress-free finger food your guests will devour!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Little Smokies (cocktail sausages)
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Sriracha (optional, for heat)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and sriracha (if using).
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the ingredients are well combined. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is slightly thickened.
Meanwhile, drain the Little Smokies and set them aside.
Add the Little Smokies to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sausages simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through and infused with the flavor of the sauce.
Transfer the Zingy Little Smokies to a serving dish and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley for a pop of color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1930 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.6 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.8 g | 199% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 239 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 5675 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.0 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.7 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1128 mg | 24% | |
*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.
