Save Big vs. Takeout! How to Make Mind-Blowing Japanese Chicken Curry from Scratch

Save Big vs. Takeout! How to Make Mind-Blowing Japanese Chicken Curry from Scratch

Welcome to Minimalist Gourmet! In this video, I’ll guide you through the process of making a delicious Japanese chicken curry entirely from scratch. Say goodbye to store-bought roux cubes and hello to a rich, homemade curry that rivals your favorite restaurant!

✨ In This Video, You’ll Discover:
The secret ingredients that elevate your curry to the next level
A simple, step-by-step method to create a flavorful sauce
Tips for achieving restaurant quality every time

This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, and it’s packed with flavor that everyone will love. Join me as we create a bowl of happiness with this authentic Japanese chicken curry!

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Ingredient Preparation
01:55 Making roux
02:51 Browning chicken
03:22 Building the curry
05:36 Serving

Ingredients:
1 ¾ ounces butter
¼ cup AP flour
2 tbsp curry powder
2 tsp garam masala
2-3 tbsp olive oil
1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
½ large white or yellow onion
3 coves of garlic
1-2 tsp ginger
3 cups chicken stock
½ large apple
1 tbsp honey
¼ cup soy sauce
2 medium carrots
2 medium potatoes


Instructions:
1. Melt butter on medium heat, add flour, whisk to incorporate, cook for 4-5 minutes
2. Add curry and garam masala to roux, cook 2-3 minutes more. Transfer your roux to a bowl and reserve for later. Wipe out pot with paper towels
3. Turn heat to medium high, add olive oil, brown chicken for 2-3 minutes per side and remove for later
4. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes, add garlic and ginger, sauté 90 seconds more
5. Add in reserved chicken, roux, chicken stock, apple, honey, soy sauce, carrots and potatoes
6. Reduce heat to a light simmer, let simmer uncovered for 45 minutes