Sweet and Savoury Sausage Curry (Print Version)
Juicy sausages simmered with bell peppers, apple, and aromatic spices in a rich tomato-based sauce with mango chutney for sweet-savory balance.
# What You Need:
→ Meat
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 tablespoons mild curry powder
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
11 - ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Sweet & Savory Enhancers
14 - 2 tablespoons mango chutney
15 - 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
→ Liquids
16 - 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
17 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Dairy (optional)
18 - 2 tablespoons plain yogurt or cream (to swirl in before serving)
# Preparation Steps:
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 the chopped tomatoes, ketchup, mango chutney, and stock. Stir well to combine.
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.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in yogurt or cream just before serving if desired.
09 - Serve hot with steamed rice or warm naan bread.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The sweet fruit and savory spices create layers of flavor that keep everyone guessing what makes it so good
- It comes together in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
02 -
- Dont skip the mango chutney as its the key ingredient that makes this curry sing
- The apple may seem unusual but it balances the spices and adds natural sweetness
03 -
- Browning the sausages first adds depth to the final dish so do not skip this step
- Letting the curry sit for 10 minutes off the heat before serving allows the sauce to thicken naturally