Description
Savor the delicious Cowboy Butter Kielbasa and Potato Skewers, a perfect summer grilling recipe combining smoky kielbasa, tender baby potatoes, fresh corn, and zucchini, all coated in a flavorful cowboy butter sauce. This easy-to-make dish delivers a balanced blend of savory and slightly spicy flavors, ideal for a hearty dinner or outdoor cookout.
Ingredients
For the Skewers
- 12 oz Baby Potatoes (new or small red potatoes can work well as a substitution)
- 2 ears Corn (fresh corn is best, frozen can work too)
- 2 medium Zucchini (can substitute yellow squash)
- 12 oz Smoked Kielbasa (choose high-quality kielbasa)
For the Cowboy Butter Sauce
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (margarine can be used as a substitute)
- 4 cloves Garlic (fresh minced garlic is ideal)
- 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard (yellow or whole-grain mustard are alternatives)
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice (preferably fresh lemon juice)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (other herbs like basil or cilantro can be substitutes)
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (adjust based on preference)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Begin by boiling baby potatoes in a pot of salted water for about 10 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare Vegetables and Kielbasa: While the potatoes cool, cut corn into thick rounds, slice zucchini, and chop smoked kielbasa into bite-sized chunks.
- Make Cowboy Butter Sauce: Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, fresh parsley, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 3-5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread parboiled potatoes, kielbasa, corn, and zucchini onto skewers in alternating order to create a colorful, flavorful presentation.
- Grill Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium heat (approximately 350°F). Brush the skewers generously with the cowboy butter sauce and place them on the grill. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking and caramelization.
- Serve: Remove skewers from the grill and drizzle with any remaining cowboy butter sauce. Serve immediately, accompanied by fresh lemon wedges for added zest.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh ingredients and serve skewers immediately off the grill to enjoy optimal flavor and texture.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper in the cowboy butter sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- If fresh corn is unavailable, frozen corn can be a convenient substitute; thaw before slicing.
- Ensure baby potatoes are fork-tender but not overcooked before assembling to avoid soggy skewers.
- You can soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
