Slow-Cooked Australian Sausage Curry
A rich and hearty curry slow-cooked with traditional Australian pork sausages and a fragrant blend of spices, perfect for cozy dinners. This australian-inspired curry ready in about 65 minutes pairs medium, diced onion, minced garlic cloves, inch piece, grated ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 8 links, cut into 2-inch pieces pork sausages
- 2 medium, diced onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1-inch piece, grated ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 can (400g) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon cumin seeds and toast for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 2 diced medium onions and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1-inch grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons curry powder, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, and cook for another minute to release the spices' aroma.
- Step 4: Add 8 cut pork sausages, cooking for 5 minutes until lightly browned on all sides.
- Step 5: Pour in 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes and 1 can (400ml) coconut milk. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 6: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook gently for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are tender and the sauce thickens.
- Step 7: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves before serving with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Australian Sausage Curry take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 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-Cooked Australian Sausage Curry?
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 medium, diced onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Australian Sausage Curry?
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-Cooked Australian Sausage Curry 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 Slow-Cooked Australian Sausage Curry?
Australian curry 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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