Slow-Cooked Curried Sausage Stew
A comforting and hearty Australian dish featuring sausages simmered in a rich, mildly spiced curry sauce, perfect for a cozy family dinner. This australian-inspired slow cooker ready in about 375 minutes pairs (about 500g) pork sausages, large (200g), diced onion, minced garlic cloves 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 (about 500g) pork sausages
- 1 large (200g), diced onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups (480ml) beef broth
- 2 medium (300g), peeled and diced potatoes
- 2 medium (150g), sliced carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 pork sausages (about 500g) and brown them on all sides for 6-8 minutes. Remove sausages and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 large diced onion (200g) and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp curry powder, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Step 4: Transfer the onion and spice mixture to a slow cooker. Add the browned sausages back in along with 2 cups (480ml) beef broth, 2 peeled and diced medium potatoes (300g), and 2 sliced medium carrots (150g).
- Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until sausages are cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Step 6: Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the curried sausage stew hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Curried Sausage Stew take to make?
Total time is about 375 minutes (15 min prep + 360 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 Curried Sausage Stew?
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 (about 500g) pork sausages from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Curried Sausage Stew?
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 Curried Sausage Stew 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-Cooked Curried Sausage Stew?
Australian slow cooker 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.
