Barbecue Grilled Sausage with Onion Jam
Australian-style grilled sausages served with sweet and tangy caramelized onion jam, perfect for a casual BBQ meal. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs large pork sausages, medium, thinly sliced red onions, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 large pork sausages
- 3 medium, thinly sliced red onions
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 thinly sliced red onions, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp brown sugar and 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, then add 1/4 cup water. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion jam is thick and caramelized.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill 6 large pork sausages for 10-12 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Serve the grilled sausages hot topped with the warm onion jam alongside grilled bread or fresh salad.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Barbecue Grilled Sausage with Onion Jam take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Barbecue Grilled Sausage with Onion Jam?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large pork sausages from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Barbecue Grilled Sausage with Onion Jam?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Barbecue Grilled Sausage with Onion Jam for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Barbecue Grilled Sausage with Onion Jam?
Australian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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