Easy Devilled Sausages (Sweet & Savoury One-Pan Dinner)

Take your standard bangers & mash but make it sweet & spicy with these devilled sausages. It’s a great way to elevate a weeknight meal whilst still keeping things cheap. I know some people look for deviled sausages in the slow cooker, but my pan method gives you that nice browning flavour in way less time. Check out my Baked Ravioli Casserole for another quick dinner idea!

Why you’ll love this recipe

Here are a few reasons why you need to try these devilled sausages:

• So tasty: This isn’t your average dinner as the Branston pickle adds a depth that makes this devilled sausages recipe feel really special. It’s got that sweet & savoury thing going on.
• Reduce waste: You can definitely raid your fridge and use up any apples or onions that need using in this deviled sausages recipe. It’s great for clearing out the veg drawer to reduce waste.
• Fast: Whilst slow cookers are great, this pan method is faster and gives you a better texture. It means you can have a healthy meal on the table in about 30 minutes, just like this lovely Cream of Mushroom Chicken.

If you need a side dish to go with this, consider making High Protein Dense Bean Salad (with Chicken), Crispy Garlic Fries at Home, or Easy Skillet Roasted Corn.

Ingredients

The key ingredients you’ll need to make these devilled sausages are:

• Sausages: I love to use pork sausages for the best flavour, but you can definitely use quorn/veggie ones too. If you want to reduce the calories of your devil sausages, you can use chicken sausages too, though I think my Tender Cast Iron Chicken Breast is the best low cal option!!
• Apples: A pink apple adds natural sweetness which balances the acidity of the tomatoes perfectly for that classic devilled sausages taste recipe. Use any leftovers in this Apple Pie Porridge with Walnuts.
• Branston pickle: This adds chunks of veg and a spiced kick without needing loads of individual spices. It gives the sauce a unique richness you just can’t get from tomatoes alone.

See the recipe card for full information on all ingredients and quantities.

Variations/ Adaptations

• Make it veggie: You can easily switch ingredients out and use vegetarian sausages to adapt these devilled sausages for non-meat eaters. It works just as well and is still SO satisfying. Make sure to use veggie stock too, which you can then use to make a Vegetable Paella. 
• Spicy version: If you like your devilled sausage recipes hot, just add some chilli flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce. That’s how to make devilled sausages spicy, and it contrasts really well with the honey. If you’ve tried my Spicy Korean Gochujang Noodles before, you know what I’m talking about!
• No Branston? Feel free to use a sweet chutney or onion marmalade instead. It keeps that sticky vibe without needing to go to the shop.

How to make Easy Devilled Sausages

Step 1: Slice the onion and apple. Before proceeding, brown the sausages in a pan with olive oil for about 8 mins, then remove and set them aside.

Step 2: Add the sliced onion and apple into the same pan used for the sausages. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3: Fry the mixture for around 6 minutes until softened and browned. Add the garlic and fry for one final minute.

Step 4: Return the browned sausages to the pan with the caramelized onions and apples.

Step 5: Pour in the chopped tomatoes, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, Branston pickle, and honey.

Step 6: Simmer on low/medium for 15 mins (use a cornflour slurry to thicken if desired). Serve topped with fresh parsley and black pepper.

If you have extra sausages to use up, consider making this Easy Sausage Meat Stuffing, Sausage and Peppers (One Pan), or Creamy Sausage and Fennel Pasta.

What Are Devilled Sausages?

British devilled sausages are basically just sausages cooked in a tangy tomato-based sauce. If you didn’t grow up eating them, the name might make you think they are super spicy. Honestly, they aren’t! Devilled just refers to the zesty condiments (like Worcestershire sauce or mustard) we use to get that deep flavour. It’s a bit old-school but still so tasty.

Whilst some recipes use loads of cayenne pepper, I prefer a stickier, sweeter glaze. I make my devilled sausages with apple to get that natural sweetness which helps balance the vinegar. It’s definitely more savoury than hot.

This recipe is actually perfect if you want devilled sausages without HP sauce, as we use Branston Pickle instead for that chunky texture. It’s basically just a really delicious way to upgrade a pack of sausages into a proper meal using what you already have.

Serving Suggestions

There is so much sticky sauce with these devilled sausages that you are definitely going to want some carbs to mop it all up!!

Try serving them with:

• Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe (Easy & Creamy)
• Easy Cauliflower Cheese
• Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes
• Crispiest Diced Potatoes in Air Fryer {Fluffy Center!}
• Easy Creme Fraiche Pasta (Ultra Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Sauce)
• Parmentier Potatoes (Garlic and Herb Roasted Potatoes)

Leftover Storage and Reheat Instructions

Devilled sausages store brilliantly in the fridge, making them a solid option for meal prep or lunches.

Refrigerator: Let the mix cool completely before sealing it in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It’s great because the savoury sausages marinate in the sauce and get even tastier.

Freezer: You can freeze this devilled sausage recipe for up to 3 months, though the apples may soften slightly more upon defrosting.

Reheat: Gently warm in a pan over low heat, adding a splash of water if the sauce has thickened too much.

Recipe FAQs

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