Japanese Curry 4 Ways Recipe & Video - Seonkyoung Longest (2024)

FAQs

Is Japanese curry junk food? ›

“Everything in excess is bad,” so you should consume Japanese curry in moderation because it is high in sodium and fat- which can make a person sick when taken too much. Nevertheless, consuming it often can provide you with several health benefits and a lot of strength. Japanese curry is a good source of protein.

TO STORE: Refrigerate curry in an airtight storage container for up to 3 days. TO REHEAT: Rewarm leftovers in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave. TO FREEZE: Freeze curry in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months.

While curry is prevalent in multiple countries, Japanese curry is usually thicker in texture, sweeter, and less spicy than its Thai or Indian counterparts. That sweetness often comes from the addition of an apple and/or some honey.

Generally, Japanese foods are considered healthier and more nutritious than Chinese meals. The reason lies in the use of fats, carbs, and proteins. Japanese cuisine uses a lot of proteins, and the primary source is seafood. Usually, the Japanese serve raw seafood. However, some prefer steaming and stir-frying.

The calories primarily come from deep-fried meat and curry sauce. The base of katsu curry sauce is coconut milk. While very creamy and flavorful, one cup of coconut milk includes 445 calories and 48 grams of fat.

Potatoes: You can use russet or yukon gold potatoes in your curry, although I prefer how russets break down a bit more for this one. Be sure to peel your russets and cut them into large-ish, maybe 1 ½-inch chunks.

Factors which impede thickening include using too little roux, adding too much water, and using vegetables with a high water content.

What is f*ckujinzuke. A customary item for Japanese curry, f*ckujinzuke (福神漬) is a type of Tsukemono, Japanese pickled vegetables. The pickles are easily recognizable for its eye-catching red color as they sit atop in almost every curry dish.

Japanese curry is ideal for freezing. I often cook up a big batch of leftovers and keep them in the refrigerator for a few days or in the freezer for up to a month. Oh, one more thing! Starches like potatoes and sweet potatoes will change their texture after freezing, so remove them if you plan to freeze the curry.

What Do You Put in Japanese Curry? Typically, curry rice consists of onions, carrots, potatoes and beef. That's the classic combination and the most popular one used across Japan. However, you can use pretty much any combination of vegetables and protein to create your own special curry.

What meat goes best with Japanese curry? ›

Recommended beef cuts for Japanese curry: Beef chuck or shoulder: These cuts are commonly used in Japanese curry due to their balance of tenderness and robust flavor. They break down beautifully during cooking, infusing the curry with their rich taste.

Health Benefits of Japanese Curry

Turmeric, for instance, contains curcumin, known for its anti-inflammatory effects and potential to boost brain function. Similarly, coriander has been linked to lowering blood sugar levels and boosting heart health.

The most popular way to serve it is spooned into a bowl with a generous mound of warm short-grain rice, making what the Japanese call kare raisu, "curry rice."

Some of the most commonly used vegetables in Japanese cuisine are cabbage, carrots, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, radishes, peppers, and spinach. The second reason Japanese food is considered the healthiest in the world is that this type of cuisine emphasizes fresh ingredients.

But some of the dishes are deceptively calorific – for example, the chicken and prawn Pad Thai boasts 794 calories, while the ever-popular Katsu Curry is 1149 calories – more than two Big Macs – and contains over half your daily allowance of saturated fat.

A single portion of takeaway curry can contain over 1,000 calories and a huge amount of saturated fat, salt and sugar. You'd need to cycle for about three hours to burn it off. The best way to enjoy your favourite dishes is to ditch the takeaway and make your own.

Jagariko

One of the most popular snacks in Japan, Jagariko are brittle potato sticks in a cup with a peel-off lid. Among the wide array of flavors, you're sure to find a favorite!