Savory Mustard Hasselback Kielbasa Bites for Game Day
Savory Mustard Hasselback Kielbasa Bites for Game Day are smoky, tangy sausage pieces sliced hasselback-style and roasted with a caramelized mustard glaze for a rich party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
2 fully cooked kielbasa links about 12 ounces each
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice kielbasa crosswise every 1/2 inch without cutting through the bottom.
- Cut into 2-inch sections and place cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Mix Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, brown sugar, olive oil, garlic, paprika, and pepper.
- Brush glaze generously over each section, allowing it to seep into the cuts.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until browned and caramelized.
- Rest 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Broil briefly for crispier edges.
Substitute turkey kielbasa for a lighter option.
Adjust sweetness by reducing brown sugar.