How I Turn Leftovers into Delicious Japanese Meals in Minutes!

Japanese curry roux

🥗Healthier: homemade curry paste

💰Cheaper: instant curry mix

Homemade curry paste can be lower in sodium.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Chickpeas are often more affordable and protein-rich.

dashi stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + miso

Vegetable broth can be lower in sodium and easier to find.

udon noodles

🥗Healthier: soba noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Spaghetti is widely available and can mimic the texture.

Use leftover curry from the previous meal to make curry udon.

Boil udon noodles until tender, then drain and set aside.

Combine the udon noodles with the leftover curry and heat until warmed through.

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