BBQ Sausage Summer Grill (Printable Version)

Smoky grilled sausages basted in tangy BBQ glaze—perfect for summer cookouts and casual gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 8 pork or beef sausages (approximately 1.1 pounds)

→ BBQ Sauce

02 - 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
03 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ To Serve

10 - 4 hot dog buns (optional)
11 - Sliced onions (optional)
12 - Pickles (optional)
13 - Coleslaw (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat grill or barbecue to medium heat.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine tomato ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
03 - Arrange sausages on the grill. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning frequently, until evenly browned and thoroughly heated.
04 - During the final 5 minutes of grilling, brush sausages generously with BBQ sauce, turning to ensure all sides are caramelized.
05 - Serve sausages hot in buns if desired, accompanied by additional BBQ sauce and preferred toppings such as onions, pickles, or coleslaw.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • This homemade BBQ sauce clings to the sausage with just the right balance of tang and smoke.
  • It&aposs quick to pull together, making it a weeknight hero and a party favorite.
02 -
  • Brushing on the sauce too early will just burn it rather than caramelize—patience makes all the difference.
  • Letting sausages rest for a minute before serving keeps them juicy inside.
03 -
  • If a sausage splits, just keep going—the caramelized bits taste the best.
  • A sprinkle of smoked salt over finished sausages dials up the barbecue flavor without effort.