Collection: Sausages and kabanos

Traditional sausages - the art and secrets of exceptional charcuterie

Have you ever wondered what makes traditional sausages taste so unique? We will share with you the secret of the highest quality sausages found in the Krakowski Kredens assortment - from delicious and crisp kabanosy to aromatic sausages, prepared using only the best natural ingredients. Here you will find everything you need to know about sausages, their types, and the smoking process. We will tell you what legend inspired us to produce such good kabanosy and sausages...

Sausage and its preparation – what is the secret of the taste?

Sausage is a product that has graced Polish tables for centuries. The process of preparing this cured meat requires a precise selection of ingredients and appropriate techniques, which guarantees a unique taste and texture. Sausages at Krakowski Kredens are carefully smoked, scalded, and semi-dried. In accordance with tradition, traditional sausages are based mainly on pork. The secret of their excellent taste is the use of fresh, high-quality natural ingredients and excellent spices in appropriate proportions, which emphasize the intensity of the meat's flavor.

What are the differences between sausage and kabanosy?

Sausage and kabanosy are two different products that are often confused. Kabanosy are characterized by a drier texture and a more intense flavor due to a longer drying process, whereas sausages are lightly semi-dried, and that is how we prepare them at Krakowski Kredens. Thin and crunchy Galician or Officer’s kabanosy are perfect as a snack. In contrast, traditional Cracow sausage or General’s sausage are juicier and offer a fuller flavor, reminiscent of a smokehouse.

How do premium sausages differ from standard cured meats?

Premium sausages stand out for the quality of their ingredients and a more time-consuming production process – at Krakowski Kredens, we choose traditional production methods inspired by the legendary art of butchery and smoking. This includes the selection of meat, the choice of natural spices, and the appropriate smoking technique. Premium cured meats, such as General’s sausage with juniper or Rotmistrzowa’s sausage with a bouquet of spices, are produced with the greatest attention to detail, which makes them more intense in flavor and gives them a unique texture.

What ingredients make our sausage a premium product?

For a sausage to be considered a premium product, high-quality ingredients are crucial, primarily the best pork. Proper selection of meat as well as a careful bouquet of spices and the right balance between them – in our sausages, you will find additions such as garlic, pepper, and juniper, which contribute to the rich taste of our product.

What distinguishes Cracow sausage and why is it so popular?

Cracow sausage, with its intense flavor and juicy texture, is one of the most recognizable products on Polish tables. It is prepared mainly from pork, and the appropriate smoking process gives it a deep aroma. This sausage is particularly popular as an addition to dishes and as an ingredient

What is the importance of the appropriate smoking process in sausage production?

Smoking sausages is an art that gives cured meats a deep, smoky flavor and brings out the full range of notes from the spices. This process consists of slowly smoking the meat in special smokehouses, where temperature and time are strictly controlled. It is thanks to this process that Cracow sausage and kabanosy gain their unique aroma and durability. We were inspired by the legend of Karol Chachlowski, who supposedly prepared kabanosy and Cracow sausages that were unsurpassed in their taste.

Which sausages stand out for their peculiar taste?

Peculiar sausages, such as the juniper sausage – General’s sausage, or Rotmistrzowa’s sausage – with a bouquet of spices, have unique taste qualities. The juniper sausage has a characteristic, slightly bitter juniper aftertaste, which gives it a unique aroma.

What are the advantages of natural ingredients in sausages?

Modern premium sausages are prepared without artificial additives and preservatives, which makes them healthier. Natural spices and meat of the highest quality ensure that the product is not only tastier but also more nutritionally valuable. Everyone reaches for sausages prepared this way with taste and pleasure.

What are the most popular types of sausages in Poland?

Poland is famous for a variety of sausages, including traditional Cracow sausage, kabanosy, and Krakowski Kredens is famous for delicacies such as General’s or Rotmistrzowa’s sausage. Each of these products has its characteristic taste and texture resulting from traditional recipes and smoking techniques. You will find the legend and history of each product and its unique features in our online store or on the packaging.

Why is it worth choosing premium products?

By choosing premium products, consumers gain the certainty that they are eating their favorite sausages of the highest quality. Premium sausages are distinguished by their natural composition and traditional production process, which translates into better taste and higher nutritional value.