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Hot Honey Garlic Lil Smokies

Hot Honey Garlic Lil Smokies: Irresistibly Sticky & Addictive

Hot Honey Garlic Lil Smokies are bite-sized, sticky appetizers merging sweet, spicy, and savory flavors into an addictive dish that's perfect for entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Smokies
  • 14 ounces Lil Smokies Bite-sized sausages
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Garlic Sauté until golden
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Hot Sauce Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if needed
Optional Garnishes
  • Red Pepper Flakes For enhanced spiciness
  • Fresh Parsley or Green Onion For garnishing

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until golden.
  2. Carefully add 14 ounces of Lil Smokies to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of hot sauce, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Pour this glaze over the sausages and stir to coat.
  4. Allow the Lil Smokies to simmer in the glaze for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Remove from heat, sprinkle with optional toppings, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 12gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, have ingredients prepared before starting, and adjust hot sauce according to taste preference.

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