Whiskey Kielbasa

Elevate your next gathering with the irresistible charm of Whiskey Kielbasa, a flavorful fusion of bold and smoky ingredients that’s sure to impress. This hearty dish features juicy kielbasa slices caramelized to perfection before being glazed in a rich sauce made from brown sugar, tangy ketchup, smooth whiskey, and a touch of soy sauce for depth. Accentuated with hints of garlic, chili flakes, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for balance, this sweet-and-savory masterpiece comes together in just 35 minutes. Whether served as a party appetizer with toothpicks or paired with rice and roasted vegetables for a satisfying meal, Whiskey Kielbasa is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for those seeking quick, delicious recipes loaded with smoky, boozy flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Kielbasa sausage
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Whiskey
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced kielbasa to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until browned on both sides. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low, and in the same skillet, add the brown sugar, whiskey, ketchup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, chili flakes, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly and becomes glossy.

Step 6

Return the cooked kielbasa to the skillet, coating all the slices evenly with the whiskey glaze.

Step 7

Continue to cook on low heat for an additional 7-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Transfer the whiskey-glazed kielbasa to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish alongside rice or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(860.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2102.6

Total Fat 120.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 275.5mg	0%
Sodium 5013.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 167.4g
Protein 40.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 248.7mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1272.7mg	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: 55.1%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 36.7%