Juicy Grilled Sausages With Creamy Special Sauce
Juicy grilled sausages with smoky, browned edges served with a creamy, tangy special sauce made with Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon, and herbs. An easy dinner perfect for summer grilling, backyard barbecues, and weeknight meals.
Ingredients
For the Sausages
- 8 fresh sausages — Italian bratwurst, chicken, turkey, or your favorite variety
- 1 tbsp olive oil — for lightly coating the sausages and grill grates
For The Creamy Special Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise — creates the creamy base
- ¼ cup sour cream — adds tanginess and a smooth texture
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard — adds a sharp savory flavor
- 1 Clove garlic—freshly minced
- 1 tbsp honey — balances the tangy flavors
- 1 tbsp lemon juice — adds brightness
- ½ tsp smoked paprika — adds subtle smoky flavor
- ¼ tsp black pepper — adjust to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley — finely chopped
Instructions
- Make the Creamy Special Sauce: Add mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, lemon juice, smoked paprika, black pepper, and fresh parsley to a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and well combined. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the sausages.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat. Clean the grill grates and lightly coat them with olive oil to help prevent sticking.
- Grill the Sausages: Place the sausages on the preheated grill. Cook over medium heat, turning them regularly, until browned on all sides and cooked through. Avoid piercing the sausages so they retain their juices.
- Check for Doneness: Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the sausages have reached a safe internal temperature appropriate for their type. Cooking time may vary depending on the size and variety of sausage.
- Rest the Sausages: Transfer the grilled sausages to a clean plate or serving platter and let them rest briefly before serving. This helps the juices redistribute throughout the meat.
- Serve: Arrange the warm sausages on a serving platter or place them in toasted buns. Drizzle generously with the creamy special sauce and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Grilling: Keep the grill at medium heat rather than very high heat to prevent the sausages from burning before the center is cooked.
- Don't pierce the sausages: Keeping the casing intact helps retain the flavorful juices.
- Make the sauce ahead: The creamy special sauce can be prepared several hours ahead and refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Serving idea: Serve the sausages in toasted buns with the creamy sauce, grilled onions, peppers, and your favorite barbecue sides.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftover sausages and sauce separately in airtight containers. Reheat the sausages gently and add the cold sauce after reheating.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 24 g
- Total Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5 g
- Sugars: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
- Sodium: 1,150 mg