Japanese Style Curry on Rice

A thick, savory, and mildly sweet curry sauce poured over a bed of fluffy white steamed rice. Usually containing carrots, potatoes, and onions, the sauce is rich and deeply comforting compared to spicier varieties. It is a staple Japanese "home-style" meal that is loved by all ages.

Prep 10 minCook 30 minTotal 40 minUpdated Jul 3, 202640 minHigh ProteinGluten Free

A thick, savory, and mildly sweet curry sauce poured over a bed of fluffy white steamed rice. Usually containing carrots, potatoes, and onions, the sauce is rich and deeply comforting compared to spicier varieties. It is a staple Japanese "home-style" meal that is loved by all ages.

Ingredients

  • 110 g Potatoes
  • 80 g Rice
  • 150 g Chicken Thighs (skinless)
  • 1/4 cup Frozen Mixed Vegetables
  • 1/2 medium onion Yellow Onion
  • 2 tsp Curry Powder
  • 1 tbsp Black Chocolate
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil

Instructions

  1. Peel the potatoes and onions first. Defrost the frozen mixed vegetables at room temperature.
  2. Cook the rice (according to the instructions on the package). Cut the potatoes, onions and chicken into pieces.
  3. Turn on the heat. Pour the oil into the pan and sauté the onions. Then add the chicken thighs.
  4. When the chicken thighs are slightly browned, add the potatoes. Then stir-fry.
  5. When the edges of the potatoes turn slightly transparent, add curry powder and mix well.
  6. Add ½ cup of water, frozen vegetables, and a block of dark chocolate.
  7. After boiling, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. Finally, reduce the sauce over high heat and season with salt to taste. Serve with rice.

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