Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Peas
A hearty and mildly spiced Australian-style sausage curry simmered with potatoes and peas, perfect for warming weeknight dinners. This australian-inspired comfort food ready in about 65 minutes pairs links (about 600g) pork sausages, large, finely chopped 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 links (about 600g) pork sausages
- 1 large, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 400g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes
- 3 medium (about 450g), peeled and cubed potatoes
- 1 cup (150g) frozen peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-based pot over medium heat. Add 8 pork sausages and brown on all sides for about 5-6 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large finely chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and cook for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.
- Step 4: Add 400g canned diced tomatoes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 5: Return the browned sausages to the pot along with 3 peeled and cubed medium potatoes and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 40 minutes until the sausages are cooked through and potatoes are tender.
- Step 6: Stir in 1 cup frozen peas and cook uncovered for another 5 minutes until peas are heated through.
- 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 Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Peas 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 Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Peas?
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, finely chopped onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Peas?
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 Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Peas 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 Sausage Curry with Potatoes and Peas?
Australian comfort food 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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