Our number 1 pick for this dishKatsu Curry (Japanese Curry with Chicken Cutlet)
Crispy chicken cutlet served over Japanese curry rice with vegetables, made with store-bought curry roux.
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The best curry recipes
Japanese curry is thick, mild and a little sweet, closer to a rich stew than to Indian or Thai curry, and it is ladled over rice or paired with a crisp katsu. It is one of Japan's most-loved comfort foods, and the best recipes build the roux and depth of flavour from scratch rather than relying only on a store-bought block.
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Keema Curry キーマカレー
Japanese-style ground meat curry with minced vegetables simmered in Japanese curry roux, served over rice.
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Curry Korokke Recipe
Crispy curry-spiced potato and beef croquettes, deep-fried until golden and served warm.
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Dry Curry Recipe
Japanese-style curry with ground beef and warm spices, richly flavored and served over steamed rice with a soft-boiled egg.
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Curry Udon (Udon Noodles with Curry Flavoured Broth)
Fresh udon noodles in a homemade curry-flavored broth topped with pork, tofu, and vegetables. Combines Japanese noodle tradition with bold spices for a warming meal.
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Katsu Curry Recipe
Japanese curry with vegetables and tender pork, topped with a crispy fried pork cutlet and served over steamed rice.
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Home-made Japanese Vegetarian Curry
A homemade Japanese vegetable curry with a mild, creamy sauce similar to store-bought curry roux served over rice.
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How to Make Japanese Curry Roux (Video) カレールーの作り方
Make rich curry powder and butter into a roux you can freeze for quick curries anytime.
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Curry Doria (Rice Gratin) (Video) カレードリア
Creamy rice gratin layered with savory curry-seasoned ground beef and pork, topped with melted cheese and panko.
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Curry Udon Recipe (With Leftover Japanese Curry)
Transform leftover Japanese curry into a completely new dish by simmering it with chewy udon noodles. Creamy, satisfying, and done in minutes.
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Soup Curry Recipe
A fragrant, spiced curry soup with chicken and vegetables, served over rice with fried garnishes and a runny egg.
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Rice Cooker Japanese Curry 炊飯器 カレー
Rich curry-braised beef and vegetables simmer in a rice cooker, finished with butter for savory depth and comfort.
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Pork Katsu Curry with Japanese Curry Roux
Japanese curry over crispy panko-breaded pork loin, built on a smooth curry sauce made with caramelized onions and Japanese curry roux blocks.
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Japanese Chicken Curry (Video) チキンカレー
Tender chicken and vegetables simmered in a savory-sweet curry sauce made with curry roux.
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Japanese Vegetable Curry Rice
A creamy plant-based curry loaded with kabocha, potatoes, carrots, and peppers served over fluffy rice.
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Curry Ramen (カレーラーメン)
Instant ramen elevated with curry spice and vegetables for a quick, satisfying Japanese noodle soup.
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Authentic Vegan Japanese Curry
Homemade Japanese curry stew made from scratch with caramelized onions, vegetables, and layered spices for deep flavor.
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Vegan Curry Udon (カレーうどん)
Chewy udon noodles swimming in spiced curry broth with vegetables and mushrooms.
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Japanese Curry for One (Small Batch)
Quick single-serving curry made with vegetables and protein mixed into curry roux, served over rice.
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Japanese Chicken Curry (Chicken Kare) チキンカレー
Mildly spiced Japanese curry with tender chicken and vegetables, served over steamed rice.
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Golden Egg Curry Udon (Keiran Curry Udon) 鶏卵カレーうどん
Chewy udon noodles layered with Japanese curry and topped with a silky egg drop soup, creating a hearty and flavorful meal.
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Dashi Curry
Homemade curry made with fragrant dashi stock and curry powder instead of store-bought paste, simmered with chicken and vegetables, served over rice.
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Beef Katsu Curry Recipe
Crispy breaded beef cutlet served over rice and smothered in silky Japanese curry sauce with vegetables.
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Easy Japanese Curry Using Curry Roux
Homestyle beef curry with potatoes, carrots, and onion thickened with Japanese curry roux. Mild and approachable, made foolproof by melting roux off the heat.
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Vegetarian Japanese Curry ベジタリアンカレー
Hearty meat-free curry loaded with king oyster mushrooms, kabocha squash, and colorful vegetables served over rice.
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The secret to Japanese curry kare
Japanese curry improves dramatically with generous butter while browning ingredients and extra liquid to achieve the silky consistency of restaurant versions.
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Japanese Tomato Curry トマトカレー
Tender beef and pork simmered with sweet tomatoes in Japanese curry sauce, served over steamed rice.
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Curry Udon Recipe
Thick udon noodles in a rich, slightly spiced broth with tender beef, vegetables, and a glossy potato starch finish.
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Pork and Cabbage Curry
Quick Japanese curry with pork and cabbage in a savory sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Curried Potato Stir-Fry Recipe
Thin potato slices stir-fried with ground pork and curry powder, finished with green onion brightness.
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Curry Fried Rice Recipe
Quick fried rice flavored with curry powder, ground beef, peas, and vegetables.
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Eggplant and Ground Beef Curry Recipe
Japanese beef and eggplant curry simmered with aromatics and thickened with curry roux.
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Curry Yakisoba
Stir-fried noodles loaded with tender beef and fresh vegetables, brightened by curry powder for warmth and depth.
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Curry with coconut milk?
Japanese curry with coconut milk for extra sweetness and richness. Simmer meat and vegetables, then add curry roux and coconut milk at the end.
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Japanese Dry Curry ドライカレー
Ground meat curry with vegetables served over rice, optionally topped with a runny fried egg.
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Bone-in Chicken Curry (Video) 骨付きチキンカレー
A rich, aromatic curry with bone-in chicken, vegetables, and gentle spices, served over steamed rice and family-friendly.
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Pork Curry Donburi ポークカレー丼ぶり
Quick one-dish curry rice bowl featuring pork belly and onions simmered in savory Japanese curry sauce.
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Cold Curry Udon 冷やしカレーうどん
Thick udon noodles in a chilled, silky curry broth, topped with tender pork, vegetables, and egg.
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How many Onions do you add in your Curry?
A detailed Japanese-style curry using deeply caramelized onions as the flavor base, enriched with pork, wine reduction, and cocoa or chocolate for depth.
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Common questions about curry
How is Japanese curry different from Indian or Thai curry?
Japanese curry is thicker, milder and slightly sweet, thickened with a wheat-flour roux. It grew out of British-style curry introduced in the Meiji era, so it is its own distinct style.
What is curry roux?
It is a blend of fat, flour and curry spices, sold in Japan as pressed blocks but easily made at home. It thickens the sauce and carries the spice, and is what gives Japanese curry its glossy, stew-like body.
What is katsu curry?
Katsu curry is Japanese curry served over rice with a breaded, deep-fried cutlet (usually pork tonkatsu or chicken) on top. It is one of the most popular curry variations.