Slow-Braised Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy
Tender sausages simmered in a rich, mildly spiced curry and caramelized onion gravy, perfect for a comforting family dinner. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 55 minutes pairs links pork sausages, medium, thinly sliced yellow onion, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 460 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 links pork sausages
- 2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp mild curry powder
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 2 tbsp cold water
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-based pan over medium heat. Add 6 pork sausages and brown evenly on all sides for 5-7 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pan, add 2 thinly sliced yellow onions and sauté for 10 minutes until soft and golden, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp mild curry powder to the onions and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste, then pour in 2 cups beef stock, 1 cup water, and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Step 5: Return the browned sausages to the pan, cover, and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, turning sausages halfway through to absorb the curry gravy.
- Step 6: Mix 1 tbsp cornflour with 2 tbsp cold water to form a slurry. Stir into the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens and coats the sausages.
- Step 7: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve hot with mashed potatoes or steamed rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Braised Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy 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 Slow-Braised Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy?
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 links pork sausages from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Braised Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy?
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 Slow-Braised Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy 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 Slow-Braised Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy?
Australian beef 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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