Description
A deliciously balanced Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Sausage recipe featuring perfectly cooked sausage links coated in a flavorful honey garlic glaze. This easy stovetop dish combines the natural sweetness of honey with the savory punch of garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of Dijon mustard, finished with optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick and fresh parsley for garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Cooking
- 4-6 sausage links (pork or chicken, depending on preference)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Honey Garlic Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sausages: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage links and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the sausages and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard if using. Add the red pepper flakes if you want a spicy touch. Mix well to combine all flavors.
- Simmer and Coat: Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly and coats the sausages evenly.
- Season and Garnish: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the sausages for garnish before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken sausage for pork sausage to adjust the recipe to your dietary preferences.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Dijon mustard adds a nice tang but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic as it will turn bitter.
- Serve with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
