Description
Japanese Beef Curry from Scratch is a heartwarming dish that brings authentic Japanese flavors to your kitchen. This comforting curry features tender beef simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Served over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread, each bite is an explosion of savory goodness that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp curry powder
Instructions
- Chop onions, carrots, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, sear the beef chuck until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped onions and cook until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in carrots and potatoes; sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for about an hour until tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot over rice or with bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Customize with additional vegetables like bell peppers or eggplant for extra flavor. For a spicy kick, add chili flakes to the curry while simmering. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days in the fridge or freeze for up to three months.