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Glamorgan Sausage and Vegetable Curry Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 eggplant, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Large skillet or wok
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated cheddar cheese, onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

2. Add the beaten eggs to the bowl and mix until well combined.

3. Using your hands, form the mixture into sausage-shaped patties.

4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

5. Add the sausage patties to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

6. In the same skillet, add the chopped red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

7. Add the diced tomatoes, chickpeas, vegetable broth, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

8. Add the sausage patties back to the skillet and stir gently to coat them in the curry sauce.

9. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the sausage patties are heated through.

10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat for cooking the sausage patties
Medium heat for cooking the vegetables and simmering the curry sauce
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 452
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Protein: 22g
Fiber: 11g
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 1385mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cheese you like instead of cheddar.
- You can use any type of bread crumbs you like instead of regular bread crumbs.
- You can use any type of bell pepper you like instead of red and yellow.
- You can use any type of vegetable you like instead of zucchini and eggplant.
- You can use any type of bean you like instead of chickpeas.
- You can use any type of broth you like instead of vegetable broth.

Variations:
- You can add other spices or herbs to the sausage mixture, such as oregano, basil, or parsley.
- You can add other vegetables to the curry sauce, such as carrots, potatoes, or green beans.
- You can add more or less curry powder and other spices to adjust the level of spiciness.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use fresh breadcrumbs for the sausage mixture, as stale breadcrumbs will not hold together as well.
- You can make the sausage patties ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to cook.
- You can also freeze the sausage patties for later use.
- If the curry sauce is too thick, you can add more broth or water to thin it out.
- If the curry sauce is too thin, you can simmer it for a few more minutes to thicken it up.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the curry in a microwave-safe dish or on the stove over low heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the curry in a large bowl or on individual plates.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with naan bread or rice.

Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro

Pairings:
- Naan bread or rice

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables
- Salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sausage patties are falling apart, you can add more breadcrumbs to the mixture to help bind it together.
- If the curry sauce is too spicy, you can add more broth or coconut milk to tone down the heat.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the sausage patties to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Store any leftover curry in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.

Food history:
- Glamorgan sausage is a traditional Welsh vegetarian sausage made with cheese, breadcrumbs, and leeks.
- Curry is a popular dish in Indian cuisine that has been adapted and modified in many different ways around the world.

Flavor profiles:
- This dish is savory, slightly spicy, and full of flavor from the herbs and spices.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve this dish as a main course for lunch or dinner.

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Region: Welsh

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Herby, Tangy, Aromatic