Katsu Curry - Original Recipe

Katsu Curry is an iconic Japanese dish that combines the crunch of tonkatsu, a breaded and fried pork cutlet , with a rich, spicy Japanese curry. This fusion of flavors and textures makes Katsu Curry a comfort food loved around the world. Perfect for warming the body during cold days, it is a hearty and satisfying dish that every Japanese cuisine enthusiast must try.

Ingredients for katsu curry

For the Curry 2 onions finely chopped 2 carrots cut into slices 2 potatoes cut into cubes 2 cloves of garlic minced 1 piece chopped fresh ginger 4 cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon of flour 2 tablespoons curry powder 1 teaspoon of turmeric 1 teaspoon cumin 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey Vegetable oil for frying Salt and pepper to taste

For the Tonkatsu (Pork Cutlet) 4 slices of pork loin (about 1cm thick) Salt and pepper Flour for breading 1 egg, beaten Japanese panko breadcrumbs Vegetable oil for frying White rice cooked as a side dish

How to make Japanese katsu curry

1. In a large pot, heat some vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onions and fry until translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute.
3. Add the carrots and potatoes, and continue to cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add the curry powder, turmeric and cumin and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
5. Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Add soy sauce and honey.
7. Season the pork loin slices with salt and pepper on both sides.
8. Dip each slice in the flour, then in the beaten egg, and finally in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing well to adhere.
9. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
10. Drain on absorbent paper.

Cut the tonkatsu into strips for an authentic presentation. Place a portion of cooked white rice on each plate, add a portion of curry on top of the rice, and place the tonkatsu strips on top of the curry. Now you are ready to enjoy a real tonkatsu curry as if you were in Japan !