Japanese Curry Rice Recipe (Kare Raisu) | Japan

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry paste

Curry paste can be more affordable and offers similar flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a healthier protein alternative, while pork can be less expensive.

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent.

Add the bite-sized pieces of beef, chicken, or pork and cook until browned.

Stir in the sliced carrots and chopped potatoes, cooking for a few minutes.

Add the grated apple (if using) and mix well.

Pour in the water and bring to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat and add the Japanese curry roux, stirring until dissolved.

Add soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce if using, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Simmer until the vegetables are tender and the sauce thickens.

Serve the curry over steamed Japanese rice and garnish with pickled red ginger or fukujinzuke if desired.

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