Description
Mustard Hasselback Kielbasa Bites are a delightful and flavorful appetizer that will elevate your gatherings. These bite-sized pieces of smoked sausage are sliced in a unique hasselback style, allowing a tangy mustard sauce to seep into every crevice. Perfect for parties or game days, these bites are not only visually appealing but also packed with bold flavors that will impress your guests. Quick to prepare in under 20 minutes and air-fried for a crispy finish, they make an excellent finger food option. Serve them with a creamy mayonnaise dip or alongside fresh veggies for the ultimate snacking experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 rings (13.9 ounces each) turkey kielbasa
- ¼ cup (62 g) course ground Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons plant-based Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the turkey kielbasa into ¼-inch thick slices without cutting completely through, using chopsticks or skewers as guides.
- Cut each ring crosswise into 1-inch bite-sized pieces, yielding about 40 bites.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Pour half of the mustard mixture over the kielbasa bites, ensuring it seeps into the cuts.
- Place the bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 7-9 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Once cooked, drizzle with reserved mustard sauce and garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg