Slow-Cooked Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy
Tender pork sausages simmered in a rich, mildly spiced onion and tomato curry sauce, perfect for a hearty Australian family dinner. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 55 minutes pairs links (about 1 lb) pork sausages, medium, thinly sliced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 pork sausages and brown on all sides for about 6-8 minutes until golden but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 thinly sliced yellow onions and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 8 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and 3 tbsp tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes until aromatic and the paste darkens slightly.
- Step 4: Pour in 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, add 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 5: Return the sausages to the pan, cover, and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes until sausages are cooked through and the sauce thickens.
- Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh finish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked 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-Cooked 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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked 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-Cooked 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-Cooked Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy?
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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