Slow-Cooked Curried Sausages with Tomato and Onion Gravy

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Hearty Australian curried sausages simmered in a rich tomato and onion gravy, perfect for a comforting family meal. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs large sausages pork sausages, large, thinly sliced 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-based pan over medium heat. Add 6 large pork sausages and brown them evenly on all sides for 6-8 minutes. Remove sausages and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pan, add 1 large thinly sliced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp curry powder, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add 400g canned diced tomatoes, 1 cup beef stock, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  4. Step 4: Return the browned sausages to the pan, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausages are cooked through and gravy thickens.
  5. Step 5: Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving with steamed rice or mashed potatoes.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Curried Sausages with Tomato and Onion Gravy take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Tomato and 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 large sausages pork sausages from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Curried Sausages with Tomato and 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 Tomato and 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 Tomato and 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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