How to Pickle Sausage: A Step-by-Step Guide
Creating pickled sausage at home is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps to make your own delicious treat.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked sausages kielbasa, Polish sausage, or smoked sausage work well
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic sliced
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- A sterilized glass jar with a tight-fitting lid
Instructions
- Prepare the Sausages: Slice sausages into bite-sized pieces or leave them whole.
- Make the Brine: Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, garlic, peppercorns, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes in a saucepan. Bring it to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Fill the Jar: Place sausage pieces, onion slices, and bay leaves in the jar. Pour the hot brine over them, ensuring everything is submerged.
- Seal and Store: Tighten the lid, cool the jar to room temperature, and refrigerate for at least 3 days. For the best taste, wait 1-2 weeks before enjoying.