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Japanese Curry Recipe: The Best Japanese Recipe Idea

The best Japanese recipe ever is the Japanese curry recipe and I'll be showing you how easy it is to make using this very simple recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Curry:

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 500 g boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces (or substitute with tofu for a vegetarian option)
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 cubes Japanese curry roux store-bought, like Golden Curry or Vermont Curry
  • 1 tsp grated ginger optional
  • 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
  • 1 apple grated (optional, for sweetness)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • 4 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice
  • Pickled radish or pickled ginger optional garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare Ingredients

  • Chop vegetables and chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Grate the ginger and apple if using.

Sauté Aromatics and Chicken

  • Heat vegetable oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
  • Add onions and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and ginger (if using) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add chicken and sauté until lightly browned on all sides.

Cook Vegetables

  • Add carrots and potatoes to the pot. Stir to coat with oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Simmer

  • Pour in 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Add Curry Roux

  • Break the curry roux cubes into smaller pieces and stir them into the pot until fully dissolved.
  • Simmer the curry uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve

  • Spoon curry over bowls of steamed rice. Garnish with pickled radish or pickled ginger if desired.

Notes

Extra Tips You Can Try
  • You can use any of these proteins: Use beef, pork, shrimp, or tofu as a substitute for chicken.
  • For a vegetarian option: Replace chicken with more vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or eggplant. Use vegetable stock instead of water.
  • To Make It Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a drizzle of chili oil for heat.
  • To Add Extra Flavor: Mix in a spoonful of soy sauce, honey, or Worcestershire sauce for added depth.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
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