Description
This Japanese golden curry recipe is a weeknight lifesaver—savory, mildly spiced, and rich in umami. With tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a silky curry sauce made from roux blocks, it’s a one-pot meal that’s quick, easy, and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
1 package golden curry roux blocks (choose your preferred spice level)
1 tbsp cooking oil (canola or avocado)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 carrots, peeled and cut into thick rounds
2 medium potatoes, diced into bite-sized chunks
1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces (or use tofu or shrimp)
3 cups water (or low-sodium chicken broth for extra flavor)
Optional veggies: mushrooms, peas, corn, green beans
Steamed rice or udon, for serving
Instructions
Sauté the Base
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent (4–5 minutes). Add chicken and lightly brown all sides.Simmer the Vegetables
Add carrots, potatoes, and water (or broth). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, skimming off any foam.Dissolve the Curry Roux
Break curry blocks into smaller pieces. Using a ladle, dissolve them in some hot broth from the pot, then stir into the curry. This prevents clumping.Simmer to Thicken
Let the curry simmer uncovered for another 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
Serve & Enjoy
Serve hot over steamed rice or udon noodles. Garnish with chopped parsley, pickled radish, or a soft-boiled egg for extra flair.
Notes
- Vegetarian version: Use tofu and vegetable broth instead of chicken.
- Extra umami? Add 1 tsp soy sauce or a splash of Worcestershire.
- Creamy twist: Stir in ¼ cup coconut milk before serving.
- Storage: Keeps 4 days in the fridge or freeze up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: ~390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: ~880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg