Name: Slow Cooker Teriyaki Cocktail Sausages
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Asian-American Fusion
Ingredients: ¼ cup honey; ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1 lb cocktail sausages; 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening); 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish); 1 tsp fresh grated ginger; 1 tsp toasted sesame oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp green onions, sliced (for garnish); 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 2 tsp sriracha

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Cocktail Sausages are bite-sized, savory delights glazed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce with ginger and garlic. Perfect for parties or game days, they’re gluten-free optional, easy, and irresistibly delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Cocktail Sausages are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, delivering bold Asian-inspired flavors with minimal effort. These tender, juicy mini sausages are coated in a glossy, sweet-savory teriyaki sauce infused with ginger, garlic, and sesame, creating an addictive appetizer that disappears fast at any gathering. The slow cooker makes it effortless—just toss everything in and let it simmer, filling your kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma. Perfect for game days, holiday parties, or casual snacking, this gluten-free optional dish is budget-friendly, scalable, and customizable for spice or sweetness. Serve with toothpicks for easy nibbling, and enjoy leftovers that reheat beautifully for a quick, flavorful bite.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Brown Sausages (Optional): Searing adds depth but can be skipped for speed.
Taste Sauce First: Adjust honey or sriracha for perfect sweet-spicy balance.
Use Low-Sodium Soy: Prevents overly salty sauce; tamari for gluten-free.
Thicken Sauce: Add cornstarch slurry last 30 minutes for glossy finish.
Don’t Overcook: Check sausages at 2 hours to keep them juicy.
Stir Gently: Prevents sausages from breaking in the slow cooker.
Keep Warm Setting: Ideal for party serving; keeps sauce perfect.
Garnish Fresh: Add sesame seeds and green onions just before serving.

Yield: 10 Servings

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Cocktail Sausages

Bite-sized cocktail sausages in sweet-spicy teriyaki sauce, perfect for parties.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 2 hours

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes

Ingredients

¼ cup honey
⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 lb cocktail sausages
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
1 tsp fresh grated ginger
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp green onions, sliced (for garnish)
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp sriracha

Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Mince garlic, grate ginger, and measure sauce ingredients for quick assembly.

Brown Sausages (Optional): In a skillet, sear sausages 2-3 minutes for extra flavor; set aside.

Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sriracha, and sesame oil.

Taste Sauce: Adjust honey for sweetness or sriracha for heat to suit your taste.

Layer Slow Cooker: Place sausages in a 4-quart slow cooker; pour sauce over evenly.

Cook Low: Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours until sausages are tender and glazed.

Thicken Sauce (Optional): Mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp water; stir in during last 30 minutes.

Stir Gently: Ensure sausages are coated without breaking; check sauce consistency.

Rest: Let sausages rest 10 minutes off heat to absorb flavors.

Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds; serve with toothpicks for easy party snacking.

Notes

Use a 4-quart slow cooker for even cooking and saucy results.
Frozen cocktail sausages work; no need to thaw, just add 30 minutes.
Perfect for make-ahead; prep sauce night before and refrigerate.
Serve with extra sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 108Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 0mgSodium 61mgCarbohydrates 12gFiber 1gSugar 10gProtein 1g

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Ingredients Notes

Cocktail Sausages (1 lb): Pre-cooked mini sausages; pork, beef, or chicken.
Soy Sauce (⅓ cup): Low-sodium for balance; tamari for gluten-free option.
Honey (¼ cup): Natural sweetness; maple syrup for vegan alternative.
Rice Vinegar (2 tbsp): Adds tangy balance; apple cider vinegar as substitute.
Garlic (2 cloves, minced): Fresh for bold aroma; powder (½ tsp) as backup.
Ginger (1 tsp, grated): Fresh for zesty warmth; ground (¼ tsp) as substitute.
Sriracha (1-2 tsp): Adjustable heat; chili garlic sauce as alternative.
Sesame Oil (1 tsp): Toasted for nutty depth; optional but recommended.
Cornstarch (1 tbsp, optional): For thickening sauce; mix with 1 tbsp water.
Green Onions & Sesame Seeds (for garnish): Adds crunch and vibrant color.

Variations and Substitutions

Gluten-Free: Use tamari and GF sausages; ensure all ingredients are compliant.
Vegetarian: Swap sausages for plant-based meatballs or mushrooms.
Spicy Version: Increase sriracha or add ½ tsp red pepper flakes.
Milder Flavor: Reduce sriracha to ½ tsp; add extra honey.
Pineapple Twist: Add ½ cup pineapple juice for sweet-tangy flair.
Low-Sugar: Use sugar-free honey or monk fruit sweetener.
Protein Swap: Try mini meatballs or shrimp for variety.
Herb Infusion: Add fresh cilantro or basil for extra freshness.