Homemade Kielbasa Sausage Recipe That's Bursting with Flavor
This kielbasa sausage recipe features rich flavors and a satisfying process, perfect for gatherings and homemade delights.
Equipment
- - Large bowl
- meat grinder
- Baking tray
- - Toothpick
Ingredients
For the Sausage Mixture
- 5 lbs ground meat (pork and beef mix) for ideal texture and flavor
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic crushed or minced
- 1 tbsp chopped bay leaves
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp ground pepper adjust for preferred heat level
For the Casing
- 2 long sausage casings soaked in water beforehand
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine your ground meat, onion, garlic, bay leaves, mustard seeds, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Use your hands to mix everything thoroughly until well incorporated—this should take about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the sausage casings by running water through them to wash away excess salt.
- Assemble your grinder by removing the cutting knife and attaching the stuffer. Slide the casing completely over the piping piece, making sure it’s secure.
- Fill the grinder with your meat mixture. Hold the sausage casing taut and slowly push down on the plunger to fill the casing with the meat.
- Tie off the casing once it's fully stuffed, twisting it tightly at regular intervals.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place your stuffed sausages on a baking tray and poke small holes all over with a toothpick.
- Bake the kielbasa sausages for about 30 minutes, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
Notes
Serve with mustard or sauerkraut for an extra kick of flavor. Ensure sausages are stored properly in the fridge or freezer.