Honey-Soy Glazed Taiwanese Sausage Skewers
Honey-Soy Glazed Taiwanese Sausage Skewers
Classic DishTaiwanese Sausage
Prep: 15 min • Cook: 12 min. Sausages sliced on skewers, pan-grilled or broiled and tossed in a sticky honey–soy–rice-wine glaze with sesame seeds — a glossy, crowd-pleasing appetizer inspired by Taiwanese sweet-savory night market flavors. Quick to assemble, the skewers balance caramelized honey and savory soy with a hint of rice wine, making them ideal for parties or casual meals.
- Preparation time
- 15 min
- Cooking time
- 12 min
- Total time
- 27 min
- Servings
- 8
Instructions
Prep
- 1Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent charring during cooking.
- 2Slice each taiwanese pork sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Thread 3–4 slices onto each skewer, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
- 3Whisk honey, soy sauce, and rice wine together in a small bowl until combined. In a separate tiny bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to form a slurry.
Cook
- 1Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. When shimmering, add the skewers in a single layer.
- 2Cook skewers 3–4 minutes per side, turning so all sides develop color and the sausages are heated through, about 8–10 minutes total. Alternatively, broil on high 6–8 minutes, turning once.
- 3Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the honey-soy mixture into the pan and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 1 minute until glaze is glossy and slightly thickened.
- 4Toss the skewers in the glaze or brush it over each skewer so pieces are evenly coated. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the glazed skewers and remove from heat.
- 5Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately while hot and glossy.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 250 kcal
- Protein
- 10 g
- Fat
- 15 g
- Carbs
- 15 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
Tips
- Soak bamboo skewers 15 minutes before using to prevent them from charring while grilling.
- Cook on medium-high heat and brush glaze in the final minutes to avoid burning the honey.
- Serve immediately while glossy and hot; pairs well with steamed rice or an ice-cold beer.
