Description
Ina Garten’s kielbasa with mustard dip combines smoky Polish sausage and tangy homemade condiment for an irresistible appetizer. Guests will savor each zesty bite of this simple yet sophisticated snack perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.25 pounds (570 grams) smoked kielbasa (Polish sausage)
- ½ cup (120 grams) mayonnaise (good quality, e.g., Hellmann’s)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp (5 ml) whole-grain mustard
- 1 tsp (5 ml) prepared horseradish
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) olive oil
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Slice Preparation: Diagonally cut kielbasa into uniform medallions, ensuring precision for even cooking and appealing visual presentation.
- Searing Technique: Heat olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium-high temperature. Introduce kielbasa pieces, allowing them to develop a rich, golden-brown exterior through strategic placement and careful rotation.
- Caramelization Process: Continuously rotate kielbasa medallions to achieve comprehensive browning, concentrating on developing robust flavor profiles and creating a delectable exterior crust.
- Mustard Sauce Creation: Blend mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, and horseradish in a mixing bowl, whisking ingredients into a smooth, harmonious condiment with complex flavor dimensions.
- Seasoning Refinement: Incorporate salt and freshly ground black pepper into the mustard mixture, thoroughly integrating seasonings to elevate the sauce’s overall taste complexity.
- Elegant Presentation: Transfer golden-seared kielbasa onto a stylish serving platter, accompany with wooden skewers and mustard sauce, creating an inviting appetizer arrangement that encourages interactive dining experience.
Notes
- Slice Precisely: Cut kielbasa diagonally at a consistent ½-inch thickness to ensure uniform cooking and elegant presentation.
- Sear with Care: Use medium-high heat and hot oil to develop a golden-brown crust, rotating pieces for even caramelization and maximum flavor development.
- Balance Mustard Blend: Combine different mustard types and horseradish to create a complex, tangy dipping sauce that complements the rich kielbasa.
- Serve Smartly: Provide wooden skewers for easy handling and separate dipping sauce to enhance the appetizer’s interactive dining experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 424
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1346 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg