One-Pan Australian Sausage Curry with Potato and Carrot
A hearty and mildly spiced curry featuring Australian sausages simmered with potatoes and carrots in a rich tomato-based sauce. This australian-inspired one pot ready in about 55 minutes pairs large, diced onion, minced garlic cloves, curry powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 6, 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 sausages (about 450 g) Australian pork sausages
- 3 medium (about 450 g), peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes potatoes
- 2 medium (about 200 g), peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds carrots
- 1 large, diced onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 400 g (1 can) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped for garnish fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 6 Australian pork sausages (about 450 g) whole and brown them evenly on all sides for about 6-8 minutes, turning frequently.
- Step 2: Remove the sausages and set aside. In the same skillet, add 1 large diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices. Add 3 peeled and diced medium potatoes (about 450 g) and 2 peeled, sliced carrots (about 200 g), stirring to coat in the spices.
- Step 4: Pour in 400 g canned diced tomatoes and 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock, stirring well. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Return the browned sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes until the potatoes and carrots are tender and the sausages are cooked through.
- Step 6: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Australian Sausage Curry with Potato and Carrot take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 One-Pan Australian Sausage Curry with Potato and Carrot?
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 large, diced onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Australian Sausage Curry with Potato and Carrot?
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 One-Pan Australian Sausage Curry with Potato and Carrot for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 One-Pan Australian Sausage Curry with Potato and Carrot?
Australian one pot 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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