Step 1

Sear the sausages in the pan you are wanting to cook the curry in, browning them all over. You will need to do this in 2 batches. Remove the browned sausages to a plate and put to one side.

Step 2

Place the oil in the pan and cook the diced onion over medium meat for 5-7 minutes, until softened. If the sausage meat has stuck to the bottom of the pan and begins to look as though it is burning, carefully add a splash of water (it will splutter) and scrape the bottom of the pan with a spoon, then cook the onion in this - it will cook as the water evaporates.

Step 3

Add the crushed garlic, grated ginger and curry leaves, if using, and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the chilli powder, turmeric, fennel seeds and garam masala, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Tip in the tomatoes and water, chop the browned sausages into quarters / thirds and add them to the pan.

Step 6

Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer with the lid on for 20-25 minutes.

Step 7

Check for seasoning and serve with rice and naan bread.