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.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Prick the sausage links with a fork a few times to prevent splitting, then place them in the skillet.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the honey, soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the red chili flakes for added heat and stir the sauce until it starts to thicken slightly, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausages to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce to coat evenly.

Step 8

Cook the sausages in the sauce for another 5–7 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and glaze the sausages.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sausages to a serving platter.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(849.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2322.4

Total Fat 177.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 400.0mg	0%
Sodium 6409.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 76.7g
Protein 86.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 323.4mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1590.5mg	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: 68.9%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 16.2%