Japanese Curry is easier than you think! 🥢
Tonkatsu Curry (Pork Cutlet) is one of my favorite comfort foods. It's one of the dishes my friend and I became a bit obsessed with after our first trip to Japan years back. Unfortunately in North America, it can be tricky to find a high quality version, but luckily it's not too hard to make one yourself! 🥢 Happy eating!
Recipe (3-4 servings):
1 large yellow onion
1 russet potato
2-3 large carrots
1 box of japanese curry mix (Golden Curry 3.2 oz)
1 to 1.5lb boneless pork loin chops (enough for 2 cuts ½ - ⅔ inch thick)
1 ¼ cup all purpose flour
1 ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp salt
Vegetable oil (for frying)
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Love this recipe, really easy. After making it multiple times I found 3 way to make it a bit better: - Don't put all vegetables at the same time. First onion for 5 minutes at medium-high, make it translucide and a bit of charcoal, then add potatoes and carrots - Add chicken stock instead of water - Dissolve the curry cube in a ladle
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Great suggestions! Also I’ve found since making this a bunch that chopping up the curry cubes into small pieces before adding also works to help with any clumping and liquifies much faster!
@Chiburrotube
Жыл бұрын
Hey I got some box chicken stock from my nearest supermarket and I was wondering if I should heat it first or just add it cold to the pot
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
@@Chiburrotube probably don’t want it super cold, but either way it’ll heat up in the pot just like water would, and more a matter of speed than anything. Best of luck! 🤙🏼
@Discotheque2002
11 ай бұрын
Honestly don’t see the difference for the veg. Putting them all in at the same time doesn’t make them taste better IMO
@MrAdBounty
11 ай бұрын
@@Discotheque2002 Onions have sugar in it, cooking them first allow you to transform it and caramelised. Also create a little bit of charcoal (or burn) that give taste as well. There's also something with enzymes but I couldn't explain it in English. It also remove the raw taste of the onions, which is not necessary bad for some recipes but for this one, the taste doesn't go with curry. Because onion take more time to cook than other vegetables, you usually cook it first to give it more time.
Started making this regularly and it’s probably the best effort to flavor ratio of any meal. I cry tears of joy when it hits my tongue
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Great way to put it! So simple to make and so so good to destroy after a long day 😅
@catedoge3206
Ай бұрын
bet
@sypherhvh3703
28 күн бұрын
dont make it everyday cuz theres lead poisons
I like to grate an apple into the curry for a little added sweetness.
@WeekdayKitchen
7 ай бұрын
Great idea!
@Ily_Amane
3 күн бұрын
My mom used to do that but with Apple Sauce!
@ApRiL3706
13 сағат бұрын
@@Ily_Amanei should try it with applecause next time!
TBH, this might sound messed up, but I make my curry with chorizo. I also make mine more as a stew, basically simmer down the onions, then throw every thing in and boil on medium/ medium high for 20 bfore adding the blocks. Pre-seer and break up the chorizo to make it smaller, then I also use smaller cut up veggies. Onions cut in half then into crescents. Potatoes cut to 1/8 then diced along one way to make them thin. For carrots I use the carrot straws or diced baby carrots. Basically makes it all bites sized so I can mix it with the rice and get a bit of everything easily into each bite. Chorizo really goes well with the curry flavor as well, and I also use yellow potatoes for their texture.
@destaknee8080
Ай бұрын
Chorizo is genius!!
@georgeharrison4195
Ай бұрын
Sounds GROSS !! But just made it for shits and giggles and wow holy fuck I’m impressed !! Locked my plate clean
@luismiguelrasmijn6153
21 күн бұрын
@@georgeharrison4195 agreed...this sounds horrendous 😂
@luismiguelrasmijn6153
21 күн бұрын
This sounds like an abomination but....at the same time amazing....deff trying it soon
Thank you for the simple, clear instructions. End result sure looks yummy.
@WeekdayKitchen
5 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoy!!
I use like 3 times the amount of carrot and potato and I also use beef stock , so Tasty, I'm gonna start adding veggies. The curry masks the flavor of veggies!
Curry Tonkatau at the Shigaidai cafeteria in Hikone hit different. It was soo good yet cheap like ¥500
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
All food hits different in Japan for sure 🤤
@tayvintvgalaxy8435
11 ай бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen Any food that is not from America and/or not Americanized hits different.
@gabe6475
11 ай бұрын
@@tayvintvgalaxy8435aka most food in America????? It’s not like everyone here just eats at American Chinese restaurants diners and McDonald’s all the good food here is from somewhere else
Golden Curry is an extremely good product. Having said that, making curry gravy from scratch is both simple, and better.
nice, and if you caramelize the onions before adding the other vegetables it makes a huge difference
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Will try that next batch 👍🏼
@MrMojo23100
11 ай бұрын
Definitely, I also like to add a pinch of sugar to the onions as I find it helps them caramelize. Then when the onions are just about done I add a small knob of butter and some button mushrooms; sauteing before adding the rest of the veg.
@Fastskull
10 ай бұрын
@@MrMojo23100well, then you’re just caramelizing sugar. The point of caramelizing onions is the Maillard reaction breaking down proteins. Nothing wrong with your method, although cooking the onions for a bit longer will perhaps be more satisfactory?
@Fastskull
10 ай бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchengood rule of thumb: onions first, unless there’s bacon!
@Gunzee
3 ай бұрын
@@Fastskulloh yeah! The fat rendered from bacon is so good to cook with. If you're not using bacon then lard or dripping is good. Fried potatoes in animal fat is next level. So crispy and very tasty.
This golden curry always reminds me of the flavor of a good pot roast. Especially since the dish here has potatoes and carrots involved as well.
That looks absolutely beautiful!!
@WeekdayKitchen
6 ай бұрын
It was! 🤤
This was so easy to follow. Thank you !
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoyed it!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
so much quicker than the slow cook beef chuck version i do, amazing how it all comes down to the time to cook the meat
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
Definitely a pretty fast meal and even faster when you make enough for leftovers !!
This is hands down my favorite dinner lately. I've been making my tonkatsu in my air fryer.
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Nice! I should try that, I’ve been reheating the leftovers from it in the air fryer, but never from the start.
@EeveelutionStorm
Жыл бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen It's super good. The tonkatsu is nice and airy and super crunchy. What I do when I make it in my air fryer is after I do the usual breading, I spray them with a bit of vegetable oil (I Keep a spray bottle filled with vegetable oil) and then when it's time to flip the tonkatsu I spray the other side so it gets nice and golden brown. I usually cook it at 390 for 11 minutes. My air fryer is an 8 qrt so I can fit about 3 pieces of pork in it at a time. I also add some better than bouillion to my rice to flavor it more too. The roasted garlic one, added to the rice water seasons it beautifully but doens't make it taste salty.
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
@@EeveelutionStorm Nice!! All great tips!
@EeveelutionStorm
Жыл бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen Thank ya! I've been really enjoying expanding my cooking lately and this has become a go to. I really like the mild golden curry, it's super yummy.
@Poorstargazer23
Жыл бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen yes! To me the airfyer is the best food reheater. I don't cook in it often (never basically) but maybe I will try it as well.
Great in a slow cooker too with extra water. I add chuck beef in mine on 10hrs On low so nice to come home To the smell of it and an already cooked dinner from a long day at Work
@WeekdayKitchen
11 ай бұрын
I need a slow cooker again.. that’s a great idea
I need a lot more curry sauce on my plate thank you!
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
As soon as I got the pretty shot, you know I doubled the amount of curry sauce 😅. Feel free to use the whole batch in one go 😋
This is the second Japanese curry recipe I've seen which includes the key step "add Japanese curry".
@WeekdayKitchen
3 ай бұрын
It’s almost like it saves tons of time and is more approachable for people less experienced in the kitchen 🫨 The horror!
I might not make tonkatsu curry but this method of the curry part should prove useful in making a better curry.
We use bacon to add some meat into the curry and the pork fat adds a really nice flavour to it and mushrooms we also add half a cup of coffee to it
That katsu kare looks good!
@WeekdayKitchen
4 ай бұрын
🙏🏼🙏🏼
So glad I found this recipe, absolutely delicious😭👍
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!! One of my favorite comfort foods 🙏🏼
This looks so good
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
Hope you try it soon!!
Yummy I love making this dish! So easy and fun to make yet so delicious! ❤
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
🙌🏼🙌🏼
KZread algorithm is reading my mind. I was thinking of making this for dinner today. They're watching 👁
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
They’re always watching and listening 👀😅
@yoonniemin6438
Жыл бұрын
Same! I was just talking about it with my family and now this! Now I've gotta cook it, can't disappoint good ol youtube now can we?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
@@yoonniemin6438 they’re gettin too good!
@dalalalsubaie190
Жыл бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen what meat can i use other than pork i am muslim i really wanna try this recipe
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
@@dalalalsubaie190 Using chicken in the curry is actually an even more common way to make this, so no need for pork! You can also do a fried chicken cutlet instead of pork if you wanted something closer to this recipe. Also just as delicious!
One of my fav dishes
made this right now thank you
Dude, thank you
@WeekdayKitchen
10 ай бұрын
Happy to help!!
Looks delicious
Thanks my dude!!
The golden curry always reminds me of this sausage curry my mum would make when I was a kid, and that curry had raisins in it, so I started adding raisins to my Katsu curry and it adds a lot to the meal, honestly I think it makes it so the curry is enough to have on its own without any chicken or pork, but some katsu chicken is never a bad thing!
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Interesting!! 🙌🏼
I was watching Steph curry and this video literally went on my fyp
@WeekdayKitchen
5 ай бұрын
😂 perfect recommendation
@Xrv12321
5 ай бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen I know right!
Great. Now im hungry
Love your cooking
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!! :)
Glad I'm able to make these curries almost every other week. My city has a decent sized store that actually sales solely Japanese products(also I think is Japanese owned), and curry is all there too
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Nice! Enjoy it!!
This freezes super well, too. I like to replace the water with chicken stock.
@WeekdayKitchen
5 ай бұрын
It does indeed! And yeah it’s definitely better with chicken stock 🤙🏼
you make me so hungry! I love the super hot curry! Always add extra cubes that makes my butt sweat
@WeekdayKitchen
10 ай бұрын
😂
This was very delicious when I went to Japan
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
This dish blew my mind the first time I had it in Japan! :)
The key is beef stock, dark chocolate, worcestershire sauce, MSG, soy sauce. There, I just gave you coco curry's sauce
Made this because I saw your video. Damn good, man.
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Glad it turned out well!! 🤙🏼
Just tried this recipe today and its SOOOOOOO GOOD!! Thank you so much! Though i think using the whole block of curry mix is a little too much. I needed to add more water 2 times haha. Amazing recipe tho, love it!
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! Yeah, I agree, I started using a bit more water too, helps to make it not so thick.
@alyssarabaya1575
10 ай бұрын
Well. Ideally the broth should be simmering cubes cuts of beef or pork for hours so it needs alot of water. Optional would be adding coconut milk after the broth is reduced so its richer and creamier. 1. Saute the veggies first (potato and carrot) until browned then set aside 2. Then caramelize onions and then add the meat and brown it before adding water or premade broth. Then boil until meat is tender. 3. Add the curry mixture and then the veggies (since theyre already semi cooked). Optional coconut milk. cooking is done when everything is soft. Then serve on top of steaming white rice or japanese rice with some fresh zucchini, tomato and thinly sliced cabbage salad on the side and enjoy~ Optional would be adding a bit of butter when caramelizing. 😁😁 And katsudon of u want more meat.
I like adding grated apple or pear and ginger
@WeekdayKitchen
10 ай бұрын
Oooo that sounds good!!
Yammi
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
🙏🏼
Golden potatoes are better for curry since you don't have to peel the skin off which makes the potato stronger and less likely to break apart while stirring
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Ooo good idea, will try that next time!
Man i nailed making this 1st try
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Nice!! Glad you liked it!
S&B is the best!!!
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
🫶🏼
This Japanese curry is delicious, a little speedy , but very good.
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
So good
I like Japanese curry too I used their curry cubes haha! enjoy watching here from NZ
Japanese curry even feels home to many Indians, not because we've eaten it, but because maggi tastes similar to it
Chicken katsu curry is my favourite food like I have it nearly every month
Freaking genius 🎉
@WeekdayKitchen
7 ай бұрын
🫡
Ahh there's the infinite loop!
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
🫡
Had it today😊
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Hope you liked it!!! 🙌🏼
Yummyy
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
😋😋
Add a Green Apple and Springonions
Literally made this 10 minutes ago then saw this😂 How many cubes did you use? I used two in mine
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
Used all the cubes in the 3.2oz package for this recipe
I make mine nearly the same way only difference is that I use chicken or beef stock.
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Honestly, I gotta try that next time.
最初に玉ねぎを茶色になるまで炒めると、深い味わいになりますよ。
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
いい案
Katsu Curry is
This stuff is delicious. However, the packaging says it may expose you to lead which is absolutely terrifying.
How many pieces did it take to make that
@WeekdayKitchen
5 ай бұрын
This is the 3.2oz box I believe, used all cubes in that box. The back of each box should give you a general idea of how much water or stock to use though.
ふふふ...日本人から秘密のレシピをお伝えしましょう。 すり下ろしたリンゴとバナナと蜂蜜を入れてみて下さい いや、本当に美味しいんですって!笑
Wait so you can use all the cubes in the box or just one
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
Yes used all the cubes in the 3.2oz box for this specific recipe!
How many of the curry cubes did you use?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
This recipe used all the cubes in the 3.2oz box. But if you get a different size box they’ll usually tell you how many cups of water to use on the back. (I find a little extra water than what they say works to my liking)
How many cubes of golden curry did you use?
@WeekdayKitchen
7 ай бұрын
All the cubes in the 3.2oz pack for this recipe but you can always follow the box directions on whatever you get for how much water or stock to add.
How many pieces of golden curry did you add?
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
The full 3.2oz box for this recipe (all cubes)
Hey amazing recipe, but i wonder what is the song/music you have playing 😍
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
You can find the song info in the description! 🤙🏼
How many cubes are needed for one cooking session I'm a uni student and I also after my classes so I have eat twice a day so how much cubes are needed
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
This recipe used all the cubes in the 3.2oz box. But if you get a different size box they’ll usually tell you on the back how many cups of water to use. (I find adding a little extra water than what they say helps it not be so thick) good luck!
Did you use all the golden curry cubes?
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
Yup! This recipe used all the cubes in the 3.2oz box
Unheard of history probably because they weren’t really doing anything wrong, thank you for educating me
What does this taste like? I have always wondered cuz it’s called curry but it has always given me beef stew vibes so I cannot tell what to expect flavor wise haha
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
It’s kinda somewhere in between the 2! It’s amazing though, definitely try it, I’ve never met anyone that didn’t like it 😊
For extra flavor add some cumin, coriander, soy sauce and... (don't knock it till you try it) some ketchup! Absolutely devine!
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Interesting! Will try next time 🤪
Where do you find the curry cubes? All I can find in New York are the Golden Curry sauces (even at asian markets!)
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Really? Weird, usually Asian markets will stock them. I used to go to Yamadaya when I lived in New York. But you should also be able to order them online, I even got a pack of 5 for a good price from Walmart.com once. Best of luck!!
@mhyrranda_jade
10 ай бұрын
I get mine from Walmart and Amazon
Is curry cube and curry powder different? Or are they just same except for their form? I only have the curry powder.
@WeekdayKitchen
10 ай бұрын
They are different so if you’re using a curry powder, you’d likely need to add some extra ingredients along with it like flour and garam masala. You can look up recipes to make this without the curry cubes for sure, but I wouldn’t substitute just that for the cubes in this recipe.
@solaris9244
10 ай бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen ooh, alright thanks!
just made this! thank u for the recipe!
@WeekdayKitchen
11 ай бұрын
Hope you liked it!! 🙏🏼
Milanesa version japonesa, quien lo diria
What kind of pork cut u guys usually get for this dish any recommendation?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Any boneless pork chop should work fine. Usually a tenderloin or filet would be used. If you wanna go ultra fancy and can find it, the best is made with Japanese black Berkshire pork, but I’ve never been able to cook with that :) Good luck!’
I like adding zuchini too. Also, i use stock instead of water. Oishi!!!
What cut of pork are you using? Thanks in advance.
Which pan is this? Can I get the link? Nice look food😍
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
You can see the dutch oven I use in this here: amzn.to/41GXH8Y
@basantitudu2090
Жыл бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen thanks 👍
Did u use the whole package of curry mix or just a few?
You used all the curry blocks? Or just 2 or 3?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
The full 3.2oz box for this recipe. Would recommend chopping it up with a knife first though as it becomes much less likely to clump up!
Do i use the whole curry cubes
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
For this recipe, you can use the full 3.2oz box (all the cubes). I recommend also chopping them up a bit before throwing them in, it makes it less likely to clump when melting!
I can't understand why all these recipes use curry cubes and curry powder when one can really make a lot of varieties by using spices.
@WeekdayKitchen
2 ай бұрын
To save time, and money for those who want to try it and don’t usually have the ingredients to make their own. Agree that if it becomes something you want to make often, then it’s probably better to start making your own spice blends!
What kind of pork chops do I buy?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Any regular pork chops or cutlets will work (boneless if you want to avoid some extra work). But yeah, really any center cut pork should work great! Good luck!
Where can you buy the curry mix?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Most Asian grocery stores should have them available, but also check online as sometimes you can get some good deals if you buy a few packs at once!
What cut of pork were you using?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Any boneless pork chop should work fine. Usually a tenderloin or filet (that’s what I had in this). If you wanna go ultra fancy and can find it, the best is made with Japanese black Berkshire pork, but I’ve never been able to cook with that :) Good luck!!
could you also air fry the pork cutlet?
@WeekdayKitchen
10 ай бұрын
I think you can but it likely won’t be as good as a proper deep fry. The air fryer is a great way to heat up the leftovers though!
Hey so every time I make my curry the liquid never thickens up what should I do to fix this?
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
If it’s still too watery just reduce the water or stock you’re putting in at the start. Are you using the same flavor cubes?
@xodealt4831
9 ай бұрын
@@WeekdayKitchen yes I am I follow the recipe and add carrots and chives
@WeekdayKitchen
9 ай бұрын
@@xodealt4831weird, cause it’s usually pretty thick, so yeah try a bit less water and also make sure the cubes are fully disintegrating in the water when you put them in. I’ve found it’s helpful to chop them up quite a bit with a knife which helps it avoid clumping.
How many cubes do you get in that one box
@WeekdayKitchen
5 ай бұрын
This is the 3.2oz box I believe, used all cubes in that box. The back of each box should give you a general idea of how much water or stock to use though.
*Does curry need to have onions in it to taste good?*
@scycooo7370
10 ай бұрын
They help for the Taste and Thickness(as far as i know) but maybe you can exclude them from your curry and put something different in
@WeekdayKitchen
10 ай бұрын
Yeah I don’t think it absolutely needs to be in there, a lot of the added veggies can be personal preference, and there are a lot of different variations to try!
Did you put all the curry cubes or just few cubes of them?
@WeekdayKitchen
3 ай бұрын
All the cubes in the 3.2oz pack. But just make sure to use the correct amount of water or stock that is listed on whichever pack you’re using if it differs in size!
What cut of pork dis you use?
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
Pork fillet or pork loin works best
There is a WARNING on the box of curry for LEAD. 😢
What pork do you use?
@WeekdayKitchen
5 ай бұрын
These were pork filets but any pork chop will also work for this!
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I prefer making it gravy style. That means leaving out the veggies, although you could steam or boil them on the side. You pour the curry sauce over a side of the rice and katsu. I find this tastes better, but that's just my opinion.
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
Love it like that too, especially with a katsu already!
What if i like my curry THICC
@WeekdayKitchen
8 ай бұрын
😂 Then power to ya!!
I'm a bit confused. Is this tonkotsu curry? Or katsu curry?
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
So “tonkotsu” is commonly confused with “tonkatsu”, but is actually pork based ramen broth. “Tonkatsu” is what is being made in this video which refers to pork cutlet (“katsu” being short for cutlet).
Why isn’t the pork seasoned?
Maybe there’s a homemade spices for that curry when I’m not using instant seasoning :/
@WeekdayKitchen
Жыл бұрын
You definitely can! With butter, flour, Japanese curry powder, garam masala and cayenne pepper if you want it spicy! The instant stuff just makes this a faster weekday recipe :)