Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomatoes and Potatoes
A hearty Australian-style sausage curry simmered slowly with tomatoes, potatoes, and fragrant spices for tender, flavorful comfort food. This australian-inspired curry ready in about 70 minutes pairs about 1 lb (450 g) pork sausages, large, chopped onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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, about 1 lb (450 g) pork sausages
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1-inch piece, minced ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 can (400 g) canned diced tomatoes
- 3 medium, peeled and cubed potatoes
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- a handful, chopped for garnish fresh coriander
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-based pot over medium-high heat. Add 8 pork sausages and brown on all sides for about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1-inch minced ginger. Sauté for 4 minutes until onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and cook for 1 minute to release spices' aroma.
- Step 4: Add 1 can (400 g) diced tomatoes, 3 peeled and cubed medium potatoes, and 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Return the browned sausages to the pot, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 45 minutes until potatoes are tender and sausage cooked through.
- Step 6: Garnish with a handful of chopped fresh coriander before serving with steamed rice or crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomatoes and Potatoes 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 Tomatoes and Potatoes?
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, chopped onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Sausage Curry with Tomatoes and Potatoes?
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 Tomatoes and Potatoes 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 Tomatoes and Potatoes?
Australian curry 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.
