Sheet Pan Curried Sausages with Tomato and Onion
Juicy sausages baked in a spiced curry tomato sauce with caramelized onions for a quick and comforting Australian dinner. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs links (about 1 lb) pork sausages, large, thinly sliced yellow onion, (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 8 links (about 1 lb) pork sausages
- 1 large, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 1 can (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp mild curry powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange 8 pork sausages and 1 large thinly sliced yellow onion on a large sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, 2 tbsp mild curry powder, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Stir until well mixed.
- Step 3: Pour the curry tomato mixture evenly over the sausages and onions on the sheet pan.
- Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring the sauce halfway through, until sausages are cooked through and onions are caramelized.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot with steamed rice or mashed potatoes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Curried Sausages with Tomato and Onion take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Sheet Pan Curried Sausages 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 (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Curried Sausages 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 Sheet Pan Curried Sausages 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 Sheet Pan Curried Sausages 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.
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