Hasselback Kielbasa Recipe (2024)

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SammyP

I’ve done potatoes accordion style before and the recipes suggested laying 2 chopsticks alongside the spuds when cutting to keep from cutting all the way through. That might work perfectly for this sausage.

Liz W.

Suggestion: Lay it between a pair of chopsticks. They will act as a stop and keep your knife from cutting all the way through. It works well with potatoes, and in summer with tomatoes, into which I tuck fresh mozzarella and basil and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

John M.

In addition to being delicious, you can also teach diners about archispirostreptus gigas, the giant African millipede.

Wendy

I'll try this but that was truly the most frightening looking picture I have ever seen, especially after watching a video of a Chinese Luna Moth's life cycle.

Erica Halaburda

Re: millipedes. We grill ours on skewers separated with cicadas (in season). The plentiful legs get nice and crisp and are best eaten like corn on the cob. The cicadas add a tempting, crusty flair with creamy centers.Leftovers go into our legendary Vermin soup. Do take the time to skin and bone the mice. Serve with a sprinking of recently deceased crunchy cockroaches. Sorry, everyone. It's just that kind of day........

FRITZ

This looks strangely good. But put mine on a bed of sauerkraut (onions browned in good lard/bacon drippings, bit of caraway). German mustard, Bavarian pretzel on the side.But you know, that sausage looks like something that slithered out of those 70s era cookbooks--the ones that use gelatin molds for everything. Why have plain old kielbasa when you can hasselback it and set it in aspic? And for that perfect retro touch, add sliced pimento-stuffed olives for eyes. Serve on a bed of lettuce. :)

susan murphy

I must have sauerkraut with kielbasa. It’s a rule!Roast under the sausage. Yum yum!

Mike Czechowski

And, if there are leftovers, they go in the scrambled eggs next morning!

Henry Dulemba

Made and served with Julia Moskin's Hasselback potatoes, both fabulous and used one pan, too. Gulden's for the mustard, and put the leftover mustard/apricot preserves on the table for extras. The combination of the glaze and the many cuts seemed to allay the greasy mouth feel I've always not cared for with kielbasa. Cabbage sliced in thick (1") rounds and laid on same pan for last 10 minutes was perfect too.

Lauren

Made it exactly as written and served with a side of potato pierogis. YUM. Definitely a keeper. Will make again.

Lillydog

I invited my mom over for dinner last night and served her and my husband this strangely good recipe. All three of us loved it. I didn’t have apricot preserves so used the peach jam that I had in the fridge, mixed with spicy brown mustard. On a separate sheet, I baked at the same time several slices of stale Chiabata bread which I had smeared with some butter. Piled high with the pepper underbase, it tasted like a fine bruschetta. And yes, I let the kielbasa crisp up a little.

Julia

This was really tasty! I added a couple of sliced yukon gold potatoes. My husband loved it!

Schlepie

Good Halloween dish. Looks like something Tim Burton would serve.

Sue

I’ve made this often enough that I now keep apricot preserves in my refrigerator. I don’t mess with this “recipe.” It’s too good as is.

Holland, N

YUM. Used Dijon mustard and Kirkland honey. Added some asparagus I had on hand. I tossed the veggies in some onion and garlic infused oil I had leftover from making sour cream & onion dip for the Super Bowl. Served it with warm French bread.

Dave G

This also works well without the peppers and onions - just cooking the Kielbasa on a sheet pan and basting it with the mustard/apricot preserves for 25 minutes. I used turkey kielbasa and served it with broccoli Mac-n-cheese. Quick comfort food!

Jen

This was really good! Entire family liked it. Super easy and quick to make and clean up was a breeze.

Gary

I'm getting a little bolder in my cooking. I made this tonight, added a jalapeno - with seeds, a couple of garlic cloves and used orange marmalade with Dijon to make the basing sauce. I had a few slices of a crusty loaf of homemade bread as the simple accompaniment. My husband said to add it to my "do it again".

Emma

I’ve made it a million times. I change the vegetables, there’s usually potatoes. It’s so forgiving, the leftovers are great — it’s excellent.

dwward

I’m thinking Shishito peppers and onion are the perfect tray mate for the kielbasa.

jd1972

This is an outstanding recipe. We've made it many times, and it always comes out beautifully.

Cathi B

I think it looks lovely and I must say that it is the recipe that convinced me buy a subscription to NYT Cooking. It is the recipe I pass along most often and has made me a Sifton fan for life because most of us are just trying to throw a meal on the table that tastes wonderful in a hurry. Tonight I was trying to come up with something that qualified as baseball food...and then I remembered this (My state made the NCLS)-I plan to serve it with French Potato Salad. YUM!

Charles Furer

After using this preparation for the first time, my wife and two daughters haven't let up about when the next time will be. Not long, me thinks, and there will be two Kielbasa on that tray. Next time I'll let the Kielbasa roast 10-15 minutes before applying the prescribed glaze, in order to let the skin and edges develop some crackle. And that glaze, uh, yeeesssssss. I used a fig preserve, which was delicious, and will use 2/3 mustard to 1/3 preserves next time, as it was a touch too sweet.

creeker

Made this for a potluck using 2 kielbasa. Easy and delicious.

Jen

Added quartered yellow baby potatoes and cooked them with the onions and peppers for twenty minutes before adding the kielbasa. Super easy and super tasty!

matt

Finally got around to making this, and it was absolutely delicious. And it was easy. Don't pass on the glaze, I used greengage plum jam with mustard and a splash of rice vinegar to thin it. I didn’t have apricot. It worked.It won’t be a one time wonder.

JCE

This is one of my easy go to recipes to feed the men in my family. I accidentally grabbed the orange marmalade at the store last night instead of the apricot jam (store brand, similar packaging). Used the marmalade and which turned out fine.

Juanita

Made with roasted red potatoes, peppers, onions and tomatoes. It was amazingly divine!! Have to admit our kielbasa was homemade which added to the perfect recipe.

Marcie M.

This was a positively scrumptious, easy midweek meal. Served it atop miso mashed sweet potatoes(not yams!). Thank you, Sam Sifton, for another no-recipe wonder!!

Mark

Use apples and Brussels sprouts

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Hasselback Kielbasa Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best way to cook Polish kielbasa? ›

Poke the sausage a few times with a fork and place it in a pot or deep skillet. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Adjust the heat and simmer until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and serve it with mustard, slice it to serve with pierogis or place it in rolls or sandwiches.

Should you slice kielbasa before cooking? ›

Kielbasa is perfect for one-pan recipes you can bake in the oven. Slice the sausage and your favorite veggies into bite-sized pieces, and lay them flat on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and bake at 350°F until sausage is hot and veggies are crisp-tender.

Should you boil kielbasa before frying it? ›

Fresh Kielbasa
  1. BOIL: Place it in a pot of cold water; once the water starts to boil cook it for only 10 minutes on Medium heat. Turn it off and let it sit for another 5 minutes. ...
  2. GRILL: ...
  3. Fry: Put it in a pan with a little water (about an inch) on the bottom, cook on Medium, covered. ...
  4. Bake: Pre-heat over to 375 degrees.

How long do you cook raw kielbasa in the oven? ›

Bake: Place kielbasa on a tray in a 375° oven for about 20 minutes. Then flip and bake for another 20 minutes.

Is there a difference between Polish sausage and Polish kielbasa? ›

In Poland, the term kielbasa can be used to refer to breakfast links, spicy Italian sausage, and smoked sausage flavored with garlic and marjoram. However, in the United States, “Polish sausage” and “kielbasa” are often used to refer to the same type of sausage.

Should you poke holes in kielbasa? ›

When you leave the casings on your links, you might be quick to poke holes or score them before cooking to prevent an explosion — but all you're doing is damaging the sausage's structure, causing it to turn out dry.

Do you take the casing off kielbasa before cooking? ›

While most sausage lovers will cook a sausage in its casing, there are times when the casings can be removed. Removing a sausage casing gives you access to the deliciousness inside, allowing you to use the filling for other recipe ideas.

Should kielbasa be pink in the middle? ›

For commercially made sausages, a slight pink hue can be normal, even when the sausage is fully cooked. This can be due to the preservatives used, such as sodium nitrite, which can cause the meat to retain a pink color. The key indicator of doneness should always be the internal temperature, not the color.

Can you eat Polish kielbasa raw? ›

At some specialty meat shops, you may be able to buy raw or fresh kielbasa. This means it is uncooked and should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165° and 175° F before serving.

Is kielbasa good for you? ›

Is Kielbasa Good for You? In moderation, kielbasa can be a part of a balanced diet. Its nutritional profile includes a good amount of protein and various vitamins and minerals. However, moderation is key, and your serving size and frequency of consumption play a major role due to its calorie, fat, and sodium content.

How to tell if kielbasa is cooked? ›

Use a meat thermometer to make sure your sausage is between 160 and 165 °F (71 and 74 °C). If you don't have a meat thermometer, check that the sausage is firm and has clear, runny juices. Cut it open and make sure the inside is brown, not pink.

How long does it take to pan fry kielbasa? ›

Over medium heat, pan-fry the sausage until it is heated and as browned as you like it, about 6 to 8 minutes total. Flip the pieces of sausage once or twice as they cook. You can cook the kielbasa slices alone in a skillet or add the kielbasa to a skillet with other ingredients, like vegetables.

What to serve with kielbasa? ›

Here are the top side dishes and sauces that go well with kielbasa: Bigos, Meat Stuffed Cabbage, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Noodle Soup, Vegetable Soup, Mushroom Barley Soup, Ukrainian Meat Borscht Soup, Matzoh Ball Soup, Mushroom Gravy, and Mustard and Horseradish Sauce.

How do you cook store bought kielbasa? ›

Preparation:
  1. steam for 5–7 minutes in a small amount of water in a frying pan.
  2. Allow the water to boil away or pour it off. ...
  3. This short frying process will tenderize the natural casing and improve the flavor.
  4. Pre-cooked sausage like bockwurst and kielbasa can also be grilled quite well (low fire, 5–8 minutes).

How long to cook kielbasa in the oven at 350? ›

Arrange kielbasa in a single layer in a baking pan. Cover with cold water/liquid and bake in 350 degree oven. Turn kielbasa over when half of the water is evaporated. It is ready when all the water has disappeared and has started to brown, 60-75 min.

What goes with Polish kielbasa? ›

Here are the top side dishes and sauces that go well with kielbasa: Bigos, Meat Stuffed Cabbage, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Noodle Soup, Vegetable Soup, Mushroom Barley Soup, Ukrainian Meat Borscht Soup, Matzoh Ball Soup, Mushroom Gravy, and Mustard and Horseradish Sauce.

How to grill Polish kielbasa? ›

Cut kielbasa into 3-inch lengths and butterfly lengthwise. Place on hot grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side turning frequently, charring all sides.

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