Polish Kabanosy, Thin Smoked Sausage

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Rynek Główny / Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)

📍 Where this dish comes from: Kraków · Rynek Główny / Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)
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Polish Kabanosy, Thin Smoked Sausage, plated and ready to serve

Kabanosy are long, thin, air-dried smoked sausages, traditionally made from pork and seasoned with caraway — a genuine Polish classic sold everywhere from gas stations to Christmas markets. This isn’t so much a recipe as a serving suggestion, since kabanosy are already keto-friendly as made.

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Ingredients for Polish Kabanosy, Thin Smoked Sausage

Polish Kabanosy, Thin Smoked Sausage

Poland's beloved thin smoked sausage, sliced and served simply.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Polish
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 160kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz kabanosy (Polish thin smoked sausage)
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds for garnish (optional)
  • Whole grain mustard for serving

Instructions

  • Let the kabanosy come to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
  • Slice on a diagonal into 2-inch pieces.
  • Arrange on a board or platter.
  • Scatter with caraway seeds if using.
  • Serve with whole grain mustard on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 160kcal | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g
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Health Benefits

  • A high-protein, portable snack that fits easily into a daily macro budget.
  • Naturally low in carbohydrate as a cured, air-dried sausage.
  • Caraway seeds carry a long traditional history of digestive support.
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