How to Make Delicious Homemade Polish Kielbasa

TLDRLearn how to make homemade Polish kielbasa with this step-by-step recipe. The kielbasa is made with a mix of pork meat and pork back fat, seasoned with a blend of spices including mustard seeds, marjoram, and garlic. The sausage is then smoked and grilled to perfection, resulting in a savory and smoky flavor. Serve the kielbasa with your favorite mustard for the perfect Polish-inspired meal.

Key insights

🌭Traditional Polish kielbasa is made with a mix of pork meat and pork back fat.

🔥The kielbasa is smoked and grilled for a savory and smoky flavor.

🧂The sausage is seasoned with a blend of spices including mustard seeds, marjoram, and garlic.

🌭Kielbasa can be served as a main dish or in sandwiches.

🔪Homemade kielbasa allows you to control the ingredients and flavor.

Q&A

What is kielbasa made of?

Traditional kielbasa is made with a mix of pork meat and fat, seasoned with spices.

Can I use other types of meat for kielbasa?

While traditional kielbasa is made with pork, you can experiment with different meats or a combination of meats.

How long does it take to smoke and grill kielbasa?

The smoking and grilling process takes several hours to ensure the sausage is cooked through and has a smoky flavor.

What spices are typically used in kielbasa?

Mustard seeds, marjoram, and garlic are commonly used spices in kielbasa.

How should I serve kielbasa?

Kielbasa can be served as a main dish, sliced and served with mustard, or used in sandwiches or other recipes.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to making homemade Polish kielbasa

04:00Preparing the pork meat and back fat

08:00Seasoning the kielbasa with spices

12:00Grinding the meat mixture and stuffing the casings

20:00Smoking the kielbasa for several hours

30:00Grilling the kielbasa until cooked through

35:00Slicing and serving the homemade kielbasa

40:00Different ways to enjoy kielbasa