Curried sausages recipe
A quick and comforting curried sausages recipe that combines juicy sausages simmered in a rich, aromatic curry sauce made with simple, everyday ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is family-friendly, adaptable, and full of warm, cozy flavors.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion / Comfort Food
- Diet: Gluten Free
Sausages
- 500g sausages (pork, beef, chicken, or your choice)
Aromatics and Spices
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1 cup canned tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk or cream
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons oil or butter
- Prepare the sausages: Slice the sausages into even 1-inch thick pieces so they cook evenly and soak up the curry sauce beautifully. Brown them gently in a hot pan with a little oil until golden on all sides, then set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: In the same pan, add more oil if needed and toss in the diced onions, minced garlic, and ginger. Cook gently until the onions soften and turn translucent, releasing their natural sweetness and building the flavor foundation.
- Stir in the spices: Add the curry powder and any additional spices you like. Stir for 1 to 2 minutes to toast the spices slightly, unlocking their full fragrance and depth.
- Build the sauce: Mix in the tomato paste or canned tomatoes, stirring well. Pour in the coconut milk and stock, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, and let it reduce slightly until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Return sausages to the pan: Place the browned sausages back into the curry sauce. Simmer everything together for about 10 minutes so the flavors meld and the sausages finish cooking through.
- Final seasoning and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra curry powder if needed. Serve piping hot with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Don’t rush browning: Browning sausages well adds flavor and texture that elevate the dish.
- Use fresh curry powder stored in a cool, dark place for the best flavor.
- Adjust sauce consistency by adding extra stock for thinner or simmering longer for thicker sauce.
- Allow the curry to rest off the heat for a few minutes before serving to deepen flavors.
- Choose quality, well-seasoned sausages to complement the curry sauce perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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