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Homemade Katsu Curry Sauce

Katsu curry sauce is a savory, rich, and creamy sauce that is the perfect accompaniment to crispy fried tonkatsu (pork cutlets) or other proteins. This homemade version is packed with authentic Japanese flavors and is easy to make at home.
katsu curry sauce recipe
👥 Servings 6 servings
Prep Time 20 minutes
🍳 Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 potato diced
  • 2 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour to create a smooth roux. Cook the roux, stirring constantly, for 3-5 minutes, until it turns light golden in color.
  • Add the diced onion, carrot, and potato to the saucepan. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, or until they start to soften.
  • Gradually pour in the chicken or beef broth, whisking continuously to prevent any lumps from forming.
  • Stir in the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and curry powder. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more soy sauce for saltiness, brown sugar for sweetness, or curry powder for a more pronounced flavor.
  • If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out by adding more broth. Conversely, if it's too thin, let it simmer for a bit longer to allow it to reduce and thicken.
  • Serve the katsu curry sauce warm, drizzled over your favorite protein, such as tonkatsu (fried pork cutlets), or alongside steamed rice.

Notes

Nutrition Information (per serving)

  • Calories: 223
  • Total Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 23mg
  • Sodium: 805mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 10g
  • Protein: 6g