Curried Sausage Stew with Tomato and Onion
A hearty Australian comfort dish featuring savory pork sausages simmered in a rich, mildly spiced tomato and onion curry sauce. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs sliced into 1-inch pieces pork sausages, vegetable oil, large, sliced brown onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6, sliced into 1-inch pieces pork sausages
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large, sliced brown onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 400 g chopped tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped (optional) fresh coriander
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 6 sliced pork sausages and cook for 5 minutes, turning until browned on all sides.
- Step 2: Add 1 large sliced brown onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add 400 g canned chopped tomatoes and 1 cup water.
- Step 4: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and sausages are cooked through.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander before serving with steamed rice or crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Curried Sausage Stew with Tomato and Onion take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Curried Sausage Stew with Tomato and Onion?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Curried Sausage Stew with Tomato and Onion?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Curried Sausage Stew with Tomato and Onion for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Curried Sausage Stew with Tomato and Onion?
Australian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
