Spicy Pickled Cocktail Sausages | A Flavorful Snack

These Spicy Pickled Cocktail Sausages are a flavor-packed snack that’s perfect for parties, picnics, or a quick and easy appetizer. The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors makes them irresistible. Plus, they’re a great way to use up leftover sausages or add a unique twist to your charcuterie board.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound smoked cocktail sausages
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
• 1 teaspoon pickling spice
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Brine: In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and pickling spice. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar and salt dissolve.
2. Add Sausages and Veggies: Add smoked cocktail sausages, sliced onion, and smashed garlic to the boiling brine. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Cool and Jar: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sausages cool slightly in the brine. Transfer sausages and vegetables to a clean jar, ensuring they are fully submerged in the brine.
4. Refrigerate: Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 2 days to allow flavors to develop.

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 2 days+ Total Time: 2 days 30 minutes+

Kcal: Low-calorie snack Servings: Multiple servings

Spicy Pickled Cocktail Sausages | A Flavorful Snack

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Ingredients

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• 1 pound smoked cocktail sausages
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
• 1 teaspoon pickling spice
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed

Notes

1. Prepare the Brine: In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and pickling spice. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar and salt dissolve.
2. Add Sausages and Veggies: Add smoked cocktail sausages, sliced onion, and smashed garlic to the boiling brine. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Cool and Jar: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sausages cool slightly in the brine. Transfer sausages and vegetables to a clean jar, ensuring they are fully submerged in the brine.
4. Refrigerate: Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 2 days to allow flavors to develop.

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 2 days+ Total Time: 2 days 30 minutes+

Kcal: Low-calorie snack Servings: Multiple servings

• Author: Olivia Chen

FAQ:

• Can I use different types of sausages? Yes, you can use other types of sausages, such as kielbasa or bratwurst.
• How long will these sausages last in the refrigerator? These sausages will last in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Can I freeze these sausages? Yes, you can freeze these sausages for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

These Spicy Pickled Cocktail Sausages are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that’s perfect for any occasion. They’re a great way to use up leftover sausages, and they’re also a great option for meal prepping. So next time you’re looking for a flavorful and unique snack, give this recipe a try!