Description
These Mustard Hasselback Kielbasa Bites are a flavorful and visually appealing appetizer that combines the savory taste of kielbasa sausage with a tangy and slightly sweet mustard glaze. Easy to prepare and perfect for parties, these bites are baked to crispy perfection, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage
Mustard Glaze
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Kielbasa: Place the kielbasa sausage on a cutting board and make thin, evenly spaced cuts along the length of the sausage, slicing about 3/4 of the way through without cutting fully through. This hasselback technique allows the flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Make Mustard Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, whole grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Apply Glaze: Brush the mustard mixture generously over the hasselback kielbasa, ensuring some of the glaze seeps into each cut for maximum flavor infusion.
- Bake: Place the prepared kielbasa on the parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Bake until the kielbasa is heated through and the edges become slightly crisp and caramelized.
- Cool and Slice: Remove the kielbasa from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Then, slice the sausage into bite-sized pieces along the pre-cut lines.
- Garnish and Serve: Arrange the kielbasa bites on a serving platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Be careful not to cut all the way through the kielbasa to keep the slices intact during baking.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the kielbasa bites for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- These bites pair well with mustard or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
- Fresh parsley garnish is optional but adds a nice color contrast and freshness to the dish.
