BBQ Sausage with Smoky Glaze (Printable Version)
Smoky grilled sausages basted with tangy barbecue glaze, caramelized on the grill; serve with buns and your toppings.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 8 pork or beef sausages (about 1 pound 2 ounces)
→ BBQ Sauce
02 - 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
03 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ To Serve
10 - 4 hot dog buns (optional)
11 - Sliced onions (optional)
12 - Pickles (optional)
13 - Coleslaw (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat grill or barbecue to medium heat.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Place sausages on the grill. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning frequently, until evenly browned and heated through.
04 - During the last 5 minutes of grilling, brush sausages generously on all sides with barbecue sauce, turning to glaze and caramelize.
05 - Serve sausages hot, in buns if desired, with remaining barbecue sauce and preferred toppings such as sliced onions, pickles, or coleslaw.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Your house (or backyard) will smell like pure summer magic, thanks to the grill and that tangy sauce.
- The BBQ glaze sticks perfectly, making every bite more decadent—especially if youre a fan of easy, crowd-pleasing mains.
02 -
- I once walked away 'just for a second'—never underestimate how quickly sausages can char after saucing, so stay close.
- Letting sausages rest a minute or two before serving makes the juices stay put, resulting in fewer napkin casualties.
03 -
- Marinating sausages half an hour in BBQ sauce before grilling amps up flavor dramatically.
- Try tossing some wood chips onto the grill for even smokier results—its a small move that tastes big.