Glazed Kielbasa Pineapple Bites (Print Version)
Caramelized kielbasa and pineapple chunks in a sweet barbecue glaze make irresistible party bites.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
→ Fruits & Vegetables
02 - 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 1/4 cup juice)
→ Glaze & Seasoning
03 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
04 - 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice
05 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
06 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Pinch of black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine barbecue sauce, reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
03 - Arrange kielbasa slices and pineapple chunks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Brush generously with the glaze, reserving about one-third for later.
05 - Bake for 10 minutes, then flip each piece and brush again with more glaze.
06 - Bake for another 8-10 minutes, until caramelized and heated through.
07 - Thread each kielbasa slice and pineapple chunk onto toothpicks for serving. Drizzle with remaining glaze. Serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sweet and salty combination hits that perfect appetizer balance that makes people reach for just one more
- These come together in under 40 minutes but taste like something from a restaurant menu
02 -
- Do not skip reserving that pineapple juice, it makes the glaze thinner and more flavorful than just adding water would
- The glaze can burn quickly if your oven runs hot, so keep an eye on things during that last 10 minutes
03 -
- Use a silicone brush instead of a natural bristle one, because this thick glaze will ruin natural brushes
- If you are doubling the recipe for a bigger crowd, use two baking sheets instead of crowding one