Grilled Kielbasa Recipe

Calendar icon Published: Jul 17th 2024 by Sarah Leadon
Clock icon Last updated: Dec 22nd 2024
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Close up view of Grilled Kielbasa

Wondering what to throw on the grill? Kielbasa is perfect for grilling. That's because you don't have to season anything. You can just remove it from the package and plop it on the grill. In 10 minutes, you will have perfectly charred kielbasa and tender grilled onions and tomatoes to go along with it. Our grilled green beans will also make the perfect side if you want a more filling side dish.

Should you slice kielbasa before grilling?

You can grill kielbasa whole or sliced. However, if you are going to slice it, cut the kielbasa into 2-3 inch pieces to prevent it from falling through the grill's grate. You can also place the sliced kielbasa onto skewers to prevent them from falling through the grill's grates.

How long to grill fully cooked kielbasa?

It takes about 10 minutes to grill fully cooked kielbasa.

What is the best temperature to grill kielbasa?

It depends on whether you are cooking raw or fully cooked sausages. Grill raw kielbasa at a temperature between 300 °F and 325 °F. Grill fully cooked kielbasa at a temperature between 375 °F and 450 °F.

Does kielbasa have a lot of carbs?

No, kielbasa doesn't have a lot of carbs. One serving of this grilled kielbasa has only 7.5 grams of net carbs.

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Time & Serves

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Serves
6 persons

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-ounce) Kielbasa Sausage

  • 1 medium White Onion, sliced

  • 1 medium Tomato, sliced

  • 1 medium Poblano Pepper

Instructions

Set up your grill, then preheat it to 450 °F. Alternatively, you can preheat your grill pan to high heat.

Prepare grilling pan

Place the kielbasa onto a cutting board and make shallow cuts into the sausage to create a Hasselback pattern.

Prepare sausage for grilling

Place the kielbasa on the grill and cook it for 5 minutes.

Cook sausage on the grill pan

Flip the kielbasa over and cook it for another 4–5 minutes.

Cook the other side of sausage

Meanwhile, add the white onion, tomato, and poblano pepper, and cook for 3 minutes.

Cook the vegetables

Flip the vegetables over and cook them for another 2 minutes.

Cook the other side of the vegetables

Place the kielbasa onto a cutting board and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Place on a serving platter and add the grilled vegetables.

Serve the Grilled Kielbasa
Sarah Leadon
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