
Recipe
Japanese Curry
Karei: The Comforting Japanese Curry
4.6 out of 5
Japanese cuisine is known for its delicate flavors and unique cooking techniques. Japanese curry, or karei, is a popular dish that has been adapted from Indian curry. It is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for colder months. The Japanese version of curry is milder and sweeter than its Indian counterpart, and it is often served with rice or udon noodles.
Metadata
Preparation time
30 minutes
Cooking time
25 minutes
Total time
55 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free, Low-fat, Low-carb
Allergens
Soy
Not suitable for
Vegan, Vegetarian, Paleo, Keto, High-fat
Ingredients
Japanese curry is different from Indian curry in several ways. It is thicker and sweeter, and it often contains ingredients like potatoes, carrots, and apples. Japanese curry is also less spicy than Indian curry, and it is often served with rice or udon noodles instead of naan bread. We alse have the original recipe for Curry, so you can check it out.
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2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
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1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp (15g) ginger, grated 1 tbsp (15g) ginger, grated
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1 lb (450g) chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 tbsp (30g) Japanese curry powder 2 tbsp (30g) Japanese curry powder
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2 cups (470ml) chicken broth 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth
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1 potato, peeled and diced 1 potato, peeled and diced
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1 carrot, peeled and diced 1 carrot, peeled and diced
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1 apple, peeled and grated 1 apple, peeled and grated
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1 tbsp (15ml) soy sauce 1 tbsp (15ml) soy sauce
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1 tbsp (15ml) honey 1 tbsp (15ml) honey
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Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
- Fat: 12g (3g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 22g (10g sugars)
- Protein: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Salt: 1.5g
Preparation
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1.Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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2.Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
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3.Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
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4.Add the curry powder and stir until fragrant.
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5.Add the chicken broth, potato, carrot, and apple, and bring to a boil.
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6.Reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
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7.Stir in the soy sauce and honey, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Japanese curry powder — Use a good quality Japanese curry powder for the best flavor.
- Chicken thighs — Chicken thighs are more flavorful and tender than chicken breasts, but you can use chicken breasts if you prefer.
- Apple — The grated apple adds sweetness and depth to the curry. Use a sweet apple like Fuji or Gala.
Tips & Tricks
- Use a large pot to prevent the curry from boiling over.
- Let the curry simmer for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- Serve the curry with rice or udon noodles.
Serving advice
Serve the Japanese curry hot with rice or udon noodles.
Presentation advice
Garnish the curry with chopped scallions or cilantro for a pop of color.
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