Paleo Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies
Satisfy your cravings with a healthier twist on a party favorite—Paleo Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies! This easy appetizer features savory, paleo-friendly sausage links coated in a perfectly balanced homemade sauce, blending the natural sweetness of pineapple juice and honey with a smoky kick from smoked paprika and cayenne pepper. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar, this recipe is a guilt-free indulgence that’s paleo-compliant and bursting with flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, these irresistible bite-sized sausages are perfect for game day spreads, holiday gatherings, or as a fun snack. Serve them warm, garnished with fresh herbs, and watch this crowd-pleaser disappear!
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Ingredients
- 16 oz Paleo-friendly little smokies sausage links
- 0.25 cup Coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp Raw honey
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp Sea salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut aminos, pineapple juice, raw honey, tomato paste, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
Step 2
Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cayenne pepper, sea salt, and ground black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to incorporate all the seasonings.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4
While the sauce is simmering, place the paleo-friendly little smokies into a medium-sized skillet or another saucepan.
Step 5
Pour the prepared sweet and spicy sauce over the smokies, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 6
Cook the smokies and sauce together over low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are heated through and the sauce has thickened further.
Step 7
Transfer the smokies to a serving dish and optionally sprinkle with fresh herbs like chopped parsley for garnish.
Step 8
Serve warm as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (730.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1598.4 |
| Total Fat 112.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 238.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6232.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 89.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 66.7g | |
| Protein 50.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 122.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1398.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories