Description
A classic British comfort food recipe featuring juicy sausages served with creamy mashed potatoes and a rich, savory onion gravy. This quick and satisfying dish is perfect for a cozy family meal, combining simple ingredients with straightforward cooking techniques to deliver full flavors in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Sausages and Gravy
- 1/2 tbsp oil
- 8 sausages of choice
- 1 large onion, halved and finely sliced (yellow, white, or brown)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp plain flour
- 2 cups beef stock/broth
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Side
- Mashed potato (prepared separately)
- Peas (cooked separately)
Instructions
- Cook sausages: Heat 1/2 tbsp oil in a large skillet or fry pan over medium-high heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over and cooked through, approximately 8 minutes depending on sausage size. Remove sausages onto a plate.
- Prepare skillet for gravy: Reduce heat to medium. Ensure about 2 tbsp oil remain in the skillet; if less, add additional butter or oil as needed.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
- Add and cook flour: Stir in 3 tbsp plain flour and continue cooking, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste.
- Add beef stock gradually: Pour about 3/4 cup of beef broth into the skillet and stir to form a sludge with the onion mixture. Then add the remaining beef broth, combining thoroughly. Use a whisk if needed to smooth out any lumps.
- Thicken gravy: Let the gravy simmer, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly but remains a bit thinner than desired, as it will continue to thicken when served.
- Season gravy: Add 1/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir, taste, and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.
- Serve: Plate the sausages and generously ladle the onion gravy over them. Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes and peas. For a low-carb option, substitute mashed potatoes with creamy cauliflower mash.
Notes
- You can choose any type of sausage you prefer, such as pork, beef, or vegetarian varieties.
- Onion varieties like yellow, white, or brown all work well for the gravy.
- The dish can be adapted to be lower in carbohydrates by replacing mashed potatoes with creamy cauliflower mash.
- Make sure to cook the sausages thoroughly to ensure food safety.
- Using a whisk while adding broth helps achieve a smooth gravy without lumps.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: British
