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Maxwell Street Polish Recipe

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A classic Chicago-style Maxwell Street Polish recipe featuring savory Polish sausages topped with browned onions, tangy yellow mustard, and optional sport peppers served in a soft poppy seed or plain hot dog bun. Perfect for a flavorful and authentic sandwich experience that’s quick and easy to prepare on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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For the Onions

  • 2 Tablespoons oil
  • 1 Large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • Kosher salt, to taste

For the Sausages

  • 2 Tablespoons oil
  • 8 Polish sausages

For Assembly

  • 8 Poppy seed or plain hot dog buns
  • Yellow mustard, to taste
  • Picked sport peppers (optional), to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Onions: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and let them sit undisturbed for a few minutes to develop a slight golden color. Stir occasionally and cook for about 20 minutes until the onions are browned and translucent but not fully caramelized. Season with kosher salt to taste. Remove the onions from the skillet and keep warm covered with foil.
  2. Cook the Sausages: In the same skillet, heat an additional 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the Polish sausages, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook the sausages for about 5 minutes per side, turning until they are browned and crisp on the outside.
  3. Warm the Buns: Place the hot dog buns on a plate and cover them with a damp paper towel. Microwave for 15 to 20 seconds until warmed through and steamy, making them soft and ready for assembly.
  4. Assemble the Sandwich: Place one cooked sausage in each warmed bun. Top generously with the browned onions, a drizzle or dollop of yellow mustard, and add sport peppers if desired for a spicy kick.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Maxwell Street Polish sandwiches immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh Polish sausages from a quality butcher or specialty meat market.
  • The onions should be cooked until just browned and translucent, avoiding full caramelization to retain a balanced texture.
  • Sport peppers add authentic Chicago heat but can be omitted for a milder sandwich.
  • Using poppy seed buns is traditional, but plain hot dog buns work well too.
  • Microwaving buns with a damp paper towel keeps them moist and soft.

Keywords: Maxwell Street Polish, Polish sausage sandwich, Chicago street food, grilled sausages, sandwich with onions

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