Pickled Kiebasa

Transform your favorite smoked sausage into a tangy, crave-worthy snack with this Pickled Kielbasa recipe! Featuring juicy rounds of smoked kielbasa paired with thinly sliced white onions and aromatic garlic, this dish takes on bold flavors thanks to a perfectly spiced brine made with white vinegar, mustard seeds, peppercorns, and a kick of red pepper flakes. Quick to prep with just 15 minutes of hands-on time, the pickling process transforms the kielbasa into a savory-sour delight perfect for charcuterie boards, party appetizers, or hearty snacks. Best served chilled, this easy-to-make recipe is an irresistible blend of smoky, tangy, and spicy flavors that only get better with time—let it pickle for up to five days for maximum flavor. Pickled Kielbasa is a simple yet sensational dish that promises to elevate your next gathering or satisfy midweek cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Smoked kielbasa sausage
• 1 large White onion
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 cups White vinegar
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 2 whole Bay leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Slice the smoked kielbasa into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the white onion into rings. Peel the garlic cloves and lightly crush them with the side of a knife.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.

Step 4

Add the whole black peppercorns, mustard seeds, bay leaves, and crushed red pepper flakes to the saucepan. Simmer the brine for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the brine cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

In a large, clean glass jar or airtight container, layer the sliced kielbasa, onion rings, and garlic. Pour the warm brine over the top, ensuring all the ingredients are fully submerged.

Step 7

Seal the jar or container tightly and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the jar to the refrigerator and allow the kielbasa to pickle for at least 24 hours, or up to 5 days for a stronger flavor.

Step 8

Serve the pickled kielbasa chilled as an appetizer, snack, or alongside crackers and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1960.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2725.6

Total Fat 182.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 426.9mg	0%
Sodium 13510.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 119.7g
Protein 89.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 349.7mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 2359.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 22.7%