Description
Chipotle Aioli Hasselback Kielbasa Bites are a flavorful and crispy appetizer featuring bite-sized kielbasa pieces air-fried to perfection and topped with a smoky, spicy chipotle aioli. Perfect for parties or snack time, these easy-to-make bites combine the savory richness of kielbasa with a zesty, creamy sauce for irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Kielbasa
- 2 rings (13.9 ounces each) Kielbasa
Chipotle Aioli
- ¾ cup (174 g) mayonnaise
- 1 ½ teaspoons chipotle chili powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons lime juice
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Kielbasa: Slice the kielbasa into ¼-inch slices without cutting all the way through by placing it between two chopsticks or skewers. This ensures the slices stay connected and create a hasselback effect.
- Cut Bite-Sized Pieces: Slice the hasselback kielbasa crosswise into 1-inch bite-sized pieces, yielding about 20 pieces per ring, or 40 total.
- Make the Chipotle Aioli: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, chipotle chili powder, paprika, lime juice, and salt. Mix well to create a smoky, tangy sauce.
- Apply the Aioli: Brush about half of the chipotle aioli generously over the kielbasa bites, ensuring the sauce fills the cut sections. Reserve the remaining aioli for after cooking.
- Arrange for Air Frying: Place the kielbasa bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. If needed, cook in batches depending on your air fryer’s capacity.
- Air Fry the Bites: Cook at 400°F for 5-7 minutes, or until nicely browned and crispy. Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Finish and Serve: Remove bites from the air fryer, place on a platter, and brush with the reserved chipotle aioli or serve it as a dipping sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- These bites can also be baked in the oven until crispy if you do not have an air fryer.
- Adjust chipotle chili powder to taste for more or less heat.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in the aioli.
- Serve these bites warm for optimal taste and texture.
- Great appetizer for parties or casual get-togethers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kielbasa bite
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
