Spiced Sausage Curry with Coconut and Sweet Potato
A comforting Australian-style sausage curry infused with aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and tender sweet potatoes for a warming weeknight meal. This australian-inspired pork ready in about 55 minutes pairs large onion, diced, garlic cloves, minced, ginger, grated 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
- 6 sausages (about 450g) pork sausages, chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 cups (300g) sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 can (400ml) canned coconut milk
- 1 cup (240ml) diced tomatoes, canned
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup (10g) fresh coriander, chopped
- 1/2 cup (120ml) water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 6 chopped pork sausages and brown for 5 minutes, breaking them up with a spoon.
- Step 2: Add 1 large diced onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger; sauté for 4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups (300g) peeled and cubed sweet potato, 1 can (400ml) coconut milk, 1 cup (240ml) canned diced tomatoes, and 1/2 cup (120ml) water.
- Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Step 6: Stir in 1/4 cup (10g) chopped fresh coriander just before serving. Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Sausage Curry with Coconut and Sweet Potato take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Spiced Sausage Curry with Coconut and Sweet Potato?
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 onion, diced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Sausage Curry with Coconut and Sweet Potato?
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 Spiced Sausage Curry with Coconut and Sweet Potato 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 Spiced Sausage Curry with Coconut and Sweet Potato?
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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