Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomato and Coconut
A hearty Australian-style sausage curry slow-cooked in a rich tomato and coconut sauce, perfect for a comforting family dinner. This australian-inspired comfort food ready in about 75 minutes pairs large (about 600g) pork sausages, large, 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 6, 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 large (about 600g) pork sausages
- 1 large, diced onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 400g (1 can) canned diced tomatoes
- 400ml (1 can) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup (optional, for garnish) chopped coriander
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 8 large pork sausages and brown on all sides for 6-8 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and 1 tsp ground turmeric, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Step 5: Add 400g canned diced tomatoes and 400ml coconut milk, stirring to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Step 6: Return the browned sausages to the pot, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausages are cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Step 7: Season with 1 tsp salt, garnish with 1/4 cup chopped coriander if desired, and serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomato and Coconut take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 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 Tomato and Coconut?
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, diced onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomato and Coconut?
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 Tomato and Coconut for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Tomato and Coconut?
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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