Simple & Easy Japanese Curry (Perfect for Beginners!)

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 40 minutes

Serves: 4

Simple & Easy Japanese Curry (Perfect for Beginners!)

When it comes to a beloved, easy-to-make dish found in most Japanese households, Japanese curry is always at the top of the list. It’s quick to cook, kid-friendly, and super satisfying for adults too.

Ingredients

Steps

  • Cooking Simple & Easy Japanese Curry :

    1. Chop carrot, onions and potatoes into bite size.

      Chop carrot into bite size.Chop onion into bite size.Chop potatoes into bite size.

    2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, potatoes, and carrots. Stir-fry until the onions soften and become translucent (about 5–7 minutes).

      Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, potatoes, and carrots.Stir-fry until the onions soften and become translucent

    3. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam or impurities that float to the surface. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the veggies are fork-tender.

      Pour in the water bring water to a boil simmer for about 15 minutes

    4. Turn off the heat and wait a few seconds for the bubbling to stop. Break the curry roux into smaller blocks and drop them into the pot. Stir gently until the roux fully dissolves.

      Break the curry roux into smaller blocks and drop them into the pot. Stir gently until the roux fully dissolves

    5. Once the roux is fully dissolved, add the chopped apple and chocolate. Stir until everything is well combined.

      add the chopped apple Add dark chocolate

    6. Turn the heat back to low. Let the curry simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your liking.

      Let the curry simmer for another 10 minutes

    7. Spoon some hot steamed rice onto a plate and ladle the curry over the top. For the ultimate comfort meal, top with a crispy fried cutlet or your favorite plant-based protein. Enjoy!

      Serving Japanese Curry

Recipe Notes

Tips

This version adds apple and a touch of chocolate to the classic Japanese curry for extra depth and umami.

Whether you’re enjoying it on its own or topping it with a crispy katsu cutlet, this dish is always a winner. 💛