Linguiça Pretzel Bites with Paprika Mustard: The Perfect Comfort Finger Food

Looking for the ultimate comfort food appetizer? These Linguiça Pretzel Bites combine savory Amaral's Linguiça wrapped in warm, golden pretzel dough with a creamy mustard dipping sauce featuring Antonio's Paprika.

Perfect for game days, gatherings, or cozy nights in, these bite-sized snacks bring a delicious Portuguese twist to a classic favorite!

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 15–20 minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Pretzel Bites:

• 1 lb Amaral's Linguiça Franks

• 1 package (13–16 oz) refrigerated pizza dough

• 8 cups water

• ¼ cup baking soda

• 1 large egg, beaten

• Coarse sea salt

• 1 tbsp melted butter (optional)

For the Paprika Mustard:

• ¼ cup Dijon mustard

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 tsp Antonio's Paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Prepare: Preheat oven to 425°F. Cut the fully cooked Amaral's Linguiça into approximately 24 bite-sized pieces.

   
   

2. Wrap: Cut pizza dough into 24 strips. Wrap each piece of linguiça in dough, pinching the edges to seal.

   
   

3. Boil: Bring 8 cups of water to a gentle boil and carefully add baking soda. Dip wrapped bites in batches for 20–30 seconds, then transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.

   
   

4. Bake: Brush with beaten egg, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown. Brush with melted butter if desired.

   
   

5. Make the Sauce: Whisk together Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, honey, Antonio's Paprika, garlic powder, and lemon juice until smooth.

   
   

6. Serve: Enjoy warm with paprika mustard for dipping!

A Bite-Sized Crowd Favorite

With smoky Portuguese sausage, soft pretzel dough, and a flavorful dipping sauce, these easy Linguiça Pretzel Bites are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. They're simple to make, fun to share, and perfect for any occasion.

Ready to try them? Find Amaral's Linguiça, Antonio's Paprika, and more at Mediterranean Fine Foods!