Goan Churico Sausage and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

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A quick stir-fry featuring Goan-style spicy pork sausage with colorful bell peppers and onions for a flavorful and hearty dish. This Indian-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Goan pork churico sausage, sliced, red bell pepper, sliced into strips, green bell pepper, sliced into strips for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Indian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 8 curry leaves (if using) and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  2. Step 2: Add 250 g sliced Goan pork churico sausage and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the sausage is browned and slightly crisp on the edges.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 large red bell pepper, 1 large green bell pepper (both sliced into strips), and 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion to the skillet. Stir-fry together with the sausage for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  4. Step 4: Season with salt to taste and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together for 1 minute to combine and heat through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves on top, and serve immediately with warm bread or steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Goan Churico Sausage and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Goan Churico Sausage and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry?

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 yellow onion, thinly sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Goan Churico Sausage and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry?

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 Goan Churico Sausage and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Goan Churico Sausage and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry?

Indian 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.

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