Description
Comforting Japanese katsu curry brings together crispy panko-breaded pork cutlets nestled in a rich, velvety sauce with deep umami flavors. Hearty and satisfying, this classic dish promises a delightful culinary journey through Japan’s beloved comfort cuisine.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, lightly pounded
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Cooking and Serving:
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by peeling and cutting potatoes and carrots into 1-inch uniform cubes. Submerge potato pieces in cold water for 10 minutes to eliminate excess starch, which helps improve texture.
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium temperature. Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic until they become translucent and release a fragrant aroma.
- Add diced carrots to the pot and cook for approximately 2 minutes. Introduce potato pieces and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Pour chicken stock, water, soy sauce, honey, and grated apple into the vegetable mixture. Increase heat to bring the liquid to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and allow vegetables to soften, roughly 15 minutes.
- Carefully incorporate curry roux into the vegetable and liquid mixture, stirring gently to ensure smooth integration. Maintain a medium-low heat and continue simmering for 15 minutes until the sauce reaches a rich, thickened consistency.
- For serving, arrange sliced chicken katsu atop steamed rice, then ladle a generous portion of Japanese curry sauce over the top. Garnish with optional fresh herbs or green onions for added visual appeal and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Soak potatoes ahead of time to eliminate excess starch, ensuring a smoother curry sauce texture.
- Select high-quality Japanese curry roux for authentic and rich flavor profile.
- Grated apple adds natural sweetness and depth to the curry sauce without overwhelming other ingredients.
- Cooking vegetables separately before adding liquid helps develop deeper, more complex flavor foundations.
- Simmer curry sauce slowly to allow ingredients to meld and create a harmonious, robust taste experience.
- Customize spice levels by choosing mild, medium, or hot curry roux based on personal preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg