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Ground Beef Japanese Curry

Savory Ground Beef Japanese Curry That Warms Your Soul

This savory Ground Beef Japanese Curry is a comforting dish filled with aromatic spices and hearty ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1 pound Ground Beef lean minced beef preferred
  • 1 Onion chopped yellow onion recommended
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly grated
  • 2 Carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 Yukon Gold Potatoes cubed
  • 3 cups Beef Stock substitute with vegetable stock for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Ketchup optional but recommended
  • 4 ounces Curry Roux break into pieces
  • 1 Green Onions for garnish
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 Sweet Potatoes replace regular potatoes
  • 1 pound Plant-Based Meat for vegetarian version
  • Other Vegetables broccoli or spinach can be added

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the Oil: Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Add 1 pound of ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spatula.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics: Stir in 1 chopped yellow onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger.
  4. Add Vegetables: Incorporate 2 peeled and diced carrots and 2 cubed Yukon Gold potatoes into the pot.
  5. Pour in the Broth and Sauce: Now, pour in 3 cups of beef stock along with 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon of ketchup.
  6. Mix in the Curry Roux: Once boiling, break 4 ounces of curry roux into pieces and stir into the pot.
  7. Simmer Until Tender: Cover the pot and simmer your curry for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Adjust Texture and Seasoning: After 20 minutes, taste your curry and adjust the consistency with hot water if it’s too thick.
  9. Serve and Garnish: To serve, ladle the warm, thick curry over a bowl of fluffy rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, avoid adding extra salt before freezing, as it can intensify when reheated.

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