Slow Cooker Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy
Traditional Australian curried sausages simmered slowly in a rich onion and tomato gravy, perfect for comforting family dinners. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 255 minutes pairs large (about 500g) beef sausages, medium, thinly sliced yellow 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 large (about 500g) beef sausages
- 2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp mild curry powder
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 beef sausages and brown for 5-6 minutes until golden on all sides but not cooked through, then transfer to slow cooker.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 thinly sliced yellow onions and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté over medium heat for 6-7 minutes until onions are soft and translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp tomato paste and 2 tbsp mild curry powder, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 2 tbsp plain flour over the mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for another minute to form a roux.
- Step 5: Gradually whisk in 2 cups beef broth and add 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 3 minutes until thickened.
- Step 6: Pour this gravy over the sausages in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until sausages are tender and sauce thickens.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow Cooker Australian Curried Sausages with Onion Gravy take to make?
Total time is about 255 minutes (15 min prep + 240 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 Cooker Australian Curried Sausages with 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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow Cooker Australian Curried Sausages with 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 Cooker Australian Curried Sausages with 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 Cooker Australian Curried Sausages with 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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