Description
Ina Garten’s kielbasa with mustard dip delivers classic comfort on a plate. Polish sausage meets zesty homemade mustard sauce, creating an irresistible appetizer you’ll want at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 560 grams (1 ¼ pounds) smoked kielbasa (Polish sausage)
Condiments and Seasonings:
- 120 milliliters (½ cup) good-quality mayonnaise (e.g., Hellmann’s)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon wholegrain mustard
- 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Cooking Oil:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Select a premium smoked kielbasa sausage with robust flavors, preferably from a local butcher or specialty grocery store.
- Unwrap the kielbasa and slice diagonally into 1/2-inch (1.3 centimeters) thick medallions for even cooking and appealing presentation.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat for approximately 2-3 minutes until surface is evenly heated.
- Arrange kielbasa slices in a single layer without overlapping, allowing each piece direct contact with the hot pan surface.
- Cook the sausage medallions for 3-4 minutes on each side, rotating to achieve a deep golden-brown caramelized exterior with crispy edges.
- While sausages are searing, prepare a tangy dipping sauce by combining Dijon mustard, prepared horseradish, and a touch of honey for balanced flavor.
- Transfer the beautifully browned kielbasa pieces to a serving platter, allowing excess oil to drain on paper towels.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives for added color and subtle herbaceous notes.
- Serve immediately alongside the prepared dipping sauce, ensuring guests enjoy the kielbasa at peak temperature and crispiness.
Notes
- Select premium smoked kielbasa from a trusted butcher or specialty deli for maximum flavor complexity.
- Heating the skillet to medium-high ensures beautiful caramelization and crispy exterior without burning the sausage.
- Slice kielbasa diagonally to create attractive presentation and maximize surface area for delicious browning.
- Mix horseradish and mustard proportions based on personal heat tolerance and dinner crowd preferences.
- Keep cooked kielbasa warm in a low-temperature oven if not serving immediately to maintain appetizing texture.
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg