Slow-Cooked Curried Sausages with Onions and Tomatoes
Traditional Australian curried sausages slow-cooked in a rich onion and tomato sauce with curry spices. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 55 minutes pairs sausages (about 2 lbs) pork sausages, large, thinly sliced onions, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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 sausages (about 2 lbs) pork sausages
- 2 large, thinly sliced onions
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 14 oz (400 g) can canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add 8 pork sausages and brown evenly for about 5 minutes, turning to get a golden crust. Remove sausages and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 large thinly sliced onions and sauté for 7 minutes until softened and translucent. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp curry powder, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp tomato paste, 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, 1 cup beef broth, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then return the sausages to the pan.
- Step 4: Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for 25 minutes, turning the sausages occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the sausages are cooked through. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Curried Sausages with Onions and Tomatoes 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 Onions and Tomatoes?
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 large, thinly sliced onions from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Curried Sausages with Onions and Tomatoes?
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 Onions and Tomatoes 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 Onions and Tomatoes?
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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