Pickled Kielbasa Recipe

If you're looking for a new way to enjoy kielbasa, try pickling it! This tangy and flavorful recipe is perfect for snacking or as a unique addition to your favorite dishes. Plus, it's super easy to make at home. Here's what you'll need:

Ingredients:

- 1 pound kielbasa

- 1 cup white vinegar

- 1 cup water

- 1/4 cup sugar

- 2 teaspoons salt

- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds

- 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns

- 1 bay leaf

- 2 cloves garlic, crushed

Instructions:

1. Slice the kielbasa into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

2. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, peppercorns, bay leaf, and garlic. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved.

3. Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

5. Place the kielbasa pieces in a large jar or container.

6. Pour the cooled mixture over the kielbasa, making sure it's completely covered.

7. Cover the jar or container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

8. Enjoy your homemade pickled kielbasa as a snack or use it as a topping for sandwiches, salads, and more!

Nutrition:

Here's the nutritional information for one serving (about 3 ounces) of pickled kielbasa:

- Calories: 150

- Total fat: 11g

- Saturated fat: 4g

- Cholesterol: 35mg

- Sodium: 680mg

- Total carbohydrate: 7g

- Dietary fiber: 0g

- Sugars: 6g

- Protein: 7g

As with any pickled food, this recipe is high in sodium. If you're watching your sodium intake, you may want to enjoy this in moderation or make some adjustments to the recipe.

Overall, pickled kielbasa is a fun and tasty way to enjoy this classic sausage. Give it a try and see if you love it as much as we do!