Photography: Ian Wallace. Styling: Louise Pickford.
This old fashioned curried sausages recipe is made in the slow cooker to deliver tender beef sausages in a rich curry sauce. It’s an easy family dinner, complete with a hearty dose of nostalgia.
Need dinner faster? Try this quick and easy curried sausages recipe. It’s a one-pan dinner that’s delicious and on the table in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Method
Place sausages in a large saucepan, add enough cold water to cover sausages; bring to the boil. Boil, uncovered, about 2 minutes; drain.
Heat oil in same pan; cook onion, stirring, until softened. Add curry powder; cook, stirring, until fragrant. Remove from heat; stir in tomatoes, stock and the water.
Place potatoes in a 4.5-litre (18-cup) slow cooker; top with sausages and onion mixture. Cook curried sausages, covered, on low, about 8 hours.
Stir in peas and sultanas. Season to taste.
Why you’ll love this slow cooker curried sausages recipe
Our curried sausages feature perfectly balanced curry powder, sweet sultanas and vegetables to create the classic comfort food taste you remember.
Unlike stovetop versions, this slow cooker method ensures the sausages stay incredibly tender while the sauce develops deep, complex flavours.
- Set-and-forget slow cooker convenience
- Tender sausages that never split or become tough
- Rich, creamy curry sauce without any cream
- Kid-friendly mild curry flavour
- Perfect with rice, mashed potato, or crusty bread
What are curried sausages?
Curried sausages are a classic Australian comfort food featuring beef sausages cooked in a mildly spiced curry sauce with vegetables. The dish typically includes onions, potatoes, peas, and a tomato-based curry gravy.
What type of sausages work best?
Thick beef sausages work best as they hold their shape during slow cooking. Choose quality butcher sausages or premium supermarket beef sausages. Avoid thin breakfast sausages as they may break apart.
How long do curried sausages keep in the fridge?
According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), cooked curried sausages should be stored covered in the refrigerator at 5°C or colder for up to 3-5 days maximum. Cool the dish quickly in shallow containers after cooking, and don’t leave it at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Reheat thoroughly to steaming hot (above 60°C) before serving leftovers.
Can I freeze leftovers?
This recipe isn’t suitable for freezing due to the potatoes which can become grainy when frozen. However, you can freeze portions without potatoes for up to 3 months.
How do I make curried sausages less spicy for kids?
Use mild curry powder and start with less than the recipe calls for. You can always add more to individual servings. The slow cooker method naturally creates a milder flavour.
Can I add extra vegetables to this recipe?
Absolutely! Carrots, capsicum or green beans work well with curried sausages. Add harder vegetables like carrots with the potatoes, and softer ones like capsicum in the last 2 hours.
Why do you boil the sausages first?
Pre-boiling removes excess fat and helps prevent the sausages from splitting during the long slow cooking process. It also results in a cleaner-tasting curry sauce.
