Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomato and Coconut Milk
A comforting Australian curry blending flavorful sausages with rich tomato and creamy coconut milk, slowly cooked to tender perfection. This australian-inspired comfort food ready in about 70 minutes pairs large (about 800g) pork sausages, medium diced 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 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 800g) pork sausages
- 2 medium diced onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 can (400g) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240ml) chicken stock
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped for garnish fresh coriander
- 2 cups cooked, to serve basmati rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-based pot over medium-high heat. Add 8 large pork sausages (about 800g) and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes; remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 2 medium diced onions, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp grated ginger; sauté for 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and cook for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.
- Step 4: Add 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes, 1 can (400ml) coconut milk, and 1 cup (240ml) chicken stock; stir to combine.
- Step 5: Return the browned sausages to the pot; season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 6: Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 45 minutes until sausages are tender and the sauce thickens.
- Step 7: Serve hot over 2 cups cooked basmati rice, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomato and Coconut Milk take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (15 min prep + 55 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 Milk?
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 medium diced onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomato and Coconut Milk?
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 Milk 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 Milk?
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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