Sweet and Savoury Sausage Curry (Printable Version)
Bold curry with juicy sausages, sweet peppers, and balanced spices for a delicious sweet-savory twist.
# What You Need:
→ Sausages
01 - 8 pork sausages (or chicken/vegetarian sausages as preferred)
→ Vegetables & Fruit
02 - 1 large onion, finely sliced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 green apple, peeled, cored, and diced
06 - 1 medium carrot, sliced
07 - 1 can (14 oz) chopped tomatoes
→ Spices & Seasonings
08 - 2 tbsp mild curry powder
09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1 tsp ground coriander
11 - 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
12 - 1 tsp salt
13 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Sweet & Savory Enhancers
14 - 2 tbsp mango chutney
15 - 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
→ Liquids
16 - 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
17 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
→ Dairy (optional)
18 - 2 tbsp plain yogurt or cream (to swirl in before serving)
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and brown on all sides for about 8 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
02 - Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté onion for 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring often.
03 - Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, and chili flakes. Fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add diced apple and cook for 2 minutes to soften slightly.
05 - Pour in chopped tomatoes, ketchup, mango chutney, and stock. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
06 - Return sausages to the pan. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook gently for 20 minutes.
07 - Remove lid and simmer uncovered for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce to desired consistency.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Stir in yogurt or cream just before serving if desired.
09 - Serve hot over steamed rice or with warm naan bread.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The fruit element mellows the spice beautifully, making it welcoming for everyone at the table
- It transforms ordinary bangers into something that feels like a proper treat without much effort
02 -
- Don't rush the sausage browning step, those caramelized bits add serious depth to the final dish
- The apple might seem unusual but trust the process, it melts into the sauce and balances everything perfectly
03 -
- If the sauce splits when adding yogurt, take the pan off the heat first and stir it in gradually
- Making it ahead lets the flavors develop even more intensely