Go Back
–+ servings

Grilled Polish Sausage with Sauerkraut

Please rate us
A comforting summer classic featuring smoky kielbasa and tangy sauerkraut, perfect for cookouts and weeknight dinners.
Print it Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Grill, Main Course
Cuisine: Polish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 links Polish sausage (kielbasa) Count on 1–2 links per person depending on appetite.
  • 1-2 cups Sauerkraut, drained Or a 14–16 oz jar/can.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil For brushing.
  • to taste Black pepper, freshly ground For best flavor.
  • as needed Mustard, optional Whole-grain or yellow.
  • 4 buns Buns, optional for serving If desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 350–400°F). Clean the grates.
  2. Lightly brush each sausage with vegetable oil. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
Grilling
  1. Place sausages on the grill. Cook, turning every few minutes, until browned on all sides and heated through, about 10–15 minutes.
  2. Avoid piercing the casings so juices stay inside.
  3. In the last 3–5 minutes, warm the sauerkraut on a cooler part of the grill in a heatproof pan, or simmer it in a small saucepan over medium heat until hot.
  4. Add a splash of apple juice, beer, or a pat of butter if desired.
Serving
  1. Transfer sausages to buns (if using). Top with warm sauerkraut and a dollop of mustard. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For leaner options, chicken or turkey kielbasa can be used. Alternatively, if sauerkraut isn't available, try quick-pickled cabbage or warmed apple-slaw. For richer flavor, heat sauerkraut with a splash of apple cider, caraway seeds, or a tablespoon of butter.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!