Candied Kielbasa Bites
These candied kielbasa bites are an incredibly tasty appetizer, offering the perfect mix of sweet, savory, and a touch of tang. Sliced kielbasa is optionally “hasselbacked” to increase surface area, allowing the brown sugar, ketchup, and horseradish glaze to cling and caramelize beautifully.
Ingredients
Ingredient Quantity
Kielbasa sausage 2 lbs
Brown sugar 1 cup
Ketchup 1/2 cup
Prepared horseradish 1/4 cup
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice Kielbasa:
Cut the kielbasa into 1-inch pieces.
Hasselback the Kielbasa (Optional):
For added flavor, place each piece between two chopsticks or skewers on a cutting board. Slice the top of each piece into 1/4-inch cuts, stopping when your knife hits the sticks. This creates shallow slices that hold more sauce.
Arrange in Baking Dish:
Place the kielbasa pieces in a baking dish in a single layer.
Add Sauce:
Add the brown sugar, ketchup, and horseradish directly to the baking dish. Stir until all the kielbasa pieces are evenly coated with the glaze.
Bake & Caramelize:
Bake for 60–90 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes to ensure even caramelization. Cook until the glaze is thickened and the kielbasa edges are browned and sticky.
Serve:
Let the bites cool slightly before serving.
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