Grilled Kielbasa with Sauerkraut
Kiełbasa z Kapustą
The festival staple. Grilled Polish sausage served with sauerkraut and mustard. Simple, smoky, perfect with piwo (beer).
Prep: 5 minCook: 15 minServes: 4Easy
Ingredients
- 2 lbs kielbasa (Polish smoked sausage)
- 2 cups sauerkraut
- 1 large onion (sliced into rings)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Polish mustard for serving
- Hoagie rolls (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Score kielbasa diagonally every 2 inches (helps it cook evenly and look great).
- 2
Grill or pan-fry kielbasa over medium heat, turning occasionally, until nicely charred on all sides (10-12 minutes).
- 3
Meanwhile, sauté onion rings in butter until caramelized (8-10 minutes).
- 4
Warm sauerkraut in a saucepan with brown sugar, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Serve kielbasa whole or sliced, topped with sauerkraut and caramelized onions. Add Polish mustard. Optionally serve in a hoagie roll.
Pro Tips
- ★Use real Polish kielbasa from a Polish deli — not the shrink-wrapped grocery store kind.
- ★Pair with: Polish mustard (musztarda), horseradish (chrzan), and a cold Tyskie.
- ★For authentic festival style, grill over charcoal for smoky flavor.