The Katsu Curry is an iconic dish of Japanese cuisine. It has gained popularity worldwide thanks to its unique combination of crispy breaded meat and spicy curry, usually served with rice. The recipe has evolved over time, but the version we present to you today is undoubtedly the best of 2024.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 eggs
- 100g of flour
- 200g of Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 apple
- 4 tablespoons of curry powder
- 1 tablespoon of flour
- 500ml of chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- Cooked rice to serve
Preparation
- Start by preparing the chicken. Beat the eggs in a bowl, place the flour in another bowl, and the Panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Dip each chicken breast in the flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the Panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and fry the chicken until golden. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the onion, carrots, garlic, and apple. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the curry powder and flour, and stir well. Then add the chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Place the chicken in the curry sauce and let it cook for another 10 minutes.
- Serve the Katsu Curry with cooked rice.
How to Enjoy Katsu Curry
The Katsu Curry is usually enjoyed hot, with rice on the side. You can add sautéed vegetables or a salad for a balanced meal. Don’t forget to accompany this dish with green tea for an authentic Japanese culinary experience.
Conclusion
This is how to prepare the best Katsu Curry of 2024. We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. Happy tasting!