Curried Sausages is a comforting, old-fashioned dish that brings together simple ingredients with bold flavors. This hearty meal features sausages simmered in a rich, mildly spiced curry sauce loaded with onions, carrots, and peas. It is the kind of dish that feels like a warm hug on a cold day and is popular in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK as a family favorite.
The magic of Curried Sausages comes from the balance of savory sausage flavors with the warmth of curry powder. The sauce is usually made with a combination of stock, a touch of flour for thickening, and sometimes a splash of cream or milk to add richness. The curry flavor is mild and comforting rather than overpowering, making it suitable for both kids and adults.
One of the best things about this dish is its versatility. You can use any type of sausage you like, from beef and pork to chicken or plant-based alternatives. The vegetables are just as flexible, carrots, peas, green beans, or potatoes all work beautifully. Some recipes even add apple slices for a subtle sweetness that complements the savory curry sauce.
Curried Sausages is also an incredibly budget-friendly and easy meal to prepare. It requires minimal prep, cooks in one pan, and is ready in about 30 minutes. Serve it over mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or buttered noodles to soak up all that delicious sauce.
The flavors are comforting, familiar, and satisfying. The combination of juicy sausages with creamy, savory curry gravy makes it a hit at any dinner table. Whether you are making it for a quick family meal or prepping leftovers for the next day, Curried Sausages is the kind of dish that always delivers. It is simple, filling, and packed with flavor, proving that sometimes the most humble recipes are the most loved
Ingredients
- 8 pieces sausages Use your favorite type of sausage, such as beef or pork
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For frying
- 1 large onion Chopped
- 2 cloves garlic Minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder Adjust to taste
- 2 cups vegetable broth Or chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk For a creamy texture
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste Adds richness
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Mixed with water to thicken
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and sausages. Cook them until they are browned on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- Stir in the curry powder and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, coconut milk, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
- Return the sausages to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water to form a slurry. Add this to the pan to thicken the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
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Simple recipe but sooo good! My kids loved it. Will make again!
This is my kinda meal—easy and flavorful. I used pork sausages and added a little extra tomato paste for more depth. Served over rice and it was gone fast. 10/10.
I don’t trust recipes with coconut. They always turn out bad. Sorry.
Wow! Just wow!!! I never thought sausages could taste this good. This is a whole new level!
I totally agree! This recipe is a game-changer. I never knew curries could be so versatile!
Really? I don’t know, sausages and curry seem like a weird mix to me. Anyone else feel that way?
Garlic and onion sauté smell is unreal. I did salt and pepper “to taste” and accidentally under-salted at first. Fixed it after tasting and it was way better.
I tried this and it was fine, but mine tasted a little flat even after salting. Maybe my sausages were kinda salty already? Still, the smell was legit.
Yesss that garlic-onion step really makes it. I also under-salt stuff sometimes—good call tasting and fixing it. What curry powder did you use?
Not gonna lie, this sounds weird to me—sausages with coconut milk? I tried it anyway and it wasn’t terrible, just… different. My kids didn’t love it.
Not convinced. Coconut milk makes it sweet-ish and the sausages are already rich. I tried something similar once and it tasted off. Maybe use cream instead? Or less curry?
I get what you mean—coconut milk in savory stuff always feels a little “wrong” at first 😅 But I’ve found the curry powder + tomato paste kind of balances it out. If your kids didn’t like it, maybe add a touch less coconut milk next time?
Wow. It tastes like something from a takeout place. Next time I’m throwing in some peas or carrots for color.
I used spicy sausage and extra curry powder. Turned out great, but I think 20 minutes might depend on sausage thickness—mine were done sooner.
Too much curry for me. I’m not a fan of spicy stuff! Maybe I’ll use half as much next time.
Way too much curry powder for me. I know it says adjust to taste, but 2 tbsp was like eating straight spice. I ended up adding more broth and coconut milk. Halved next time.
This recipe is a game changer! The curry flavor is just perfect. My kids loved it!
I totally agree! This curry recipe is so easy and delicious. My kids devoured it too. Thanks for sharing!
Looks good, but my kids are picky eaters. Not sure if they would like it. Any alternatives to the coconut milk?
Didn’t like it. Sausages were mushy. What did I do wrong?
I followed it mostly, but my sauce came out a little thin even after the slurry. Next time I’ll use a bit more cornstarch or simmer longer. Still tasty though!
Glad you tried it! Thin sauce is usually just not enough time for the cornstarch to fully thicken—simmering a few extra minutes can help a lot. Next time I’d also mix the slurry in while the sauce is actively bubbling.
Hmm, cornstarch can be a little moody. If your slurry wasn’t added to a simmer, it might not set right. Also, did you measure the coconut milk/broth exactly? Too much liquid = RIP sauce thickness.
I tried making these but it turned out too salty for my taste. Maybe I added too much broth?
Curried sausages? Sounds weird but I gave it a shot. Not bad, I guess. 🤷♂️
Honestly, curried sausages sound amazing! I never thought of that combo. Gotta try it! 😍
Curried sausages??? Honestly I doubted it. But I had sausages to use and it turned out way better than I expected. Onion cooking time is key—once it’s translucent the whole thing comes together.
This recipe is amazing! The coconut milk makes it so creamy. Definitely a keeper!
Coconut milk in curry? That’s a bit weird. I thought it was just for desserts.🤔
I can’t believe how good this turned out! I’ve never liked coconut milk before, but you can barely taste it. Definitely making it again!
The ingredient list is good, but step 6 says cornstarch mixed with water to thicken—how much water though? I guessed and it got a bit too thick, almost like pudding. Still tasty, just needs clearer measurement.
Ahh that makes sense—step 6 is vague. I usually do 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water, mix into a smooth slurry, then stir in and simmer 1–2 minutes. If you want it thicker, repeat a tiny bit rather than adding more water/ starch at once.
I just eyeball it too 😅 but yeah, too thick like pudding is usually because I used too little water. I’d say start with 1 tsp cornstarch per 1 tbsp water? Then add slowly. Otherwise it seizes quick when it hits heat.
This recipe is AMAZING! The flavor is off the charts. Definitely a keeper!
I added some bell peppers for color and it was delicious! Thanks for the recipe!