While Curry might be known as Indian food, my favorite is actually Japanese Curry. This dish is not really popular in America, but its eaten almost daily in Japan. You can find Japanese Curry Restaurant in Both Japan and Korea. There is some mysticism on how its made. Luckily, this dish is reachable to most people. All you need is s roux cube. The Best Japanese Curry Roux Cubes will give the curry a thick stew like consistency. Giving it a rich umami flavor.

What are Japanese Curry Roux Cubes?

A Japanese Curry Roux Cubes are blocks that will transform liquid into instant curry. The main ingredients in the cubes are garam masala. You can try and make your own at home, but they never turns out as good. The consistency and flavor is always off.

How to Use the Cubes

Using the Cubes are pretty simple, all you need to do is drop it in hot water. As it dissolve, the liquid will become thicker and the flavor will change.

Although you dont need to add more to it, its best if you reinforce the flavor with garam masala. Using proper browning and flavor building will take the curry to the next level.

Things to Eat with Curry

Japanese Curry is one of my most favorite food. However paring it with other food is key to enjoying it. Short Grain Rice is the best start to eat it with. It pairs well with its chewy sticky texture.

Next up is something acidic. Using some pickled ginger is a good idea. You can purchase those as the Chinese market as well. Its the same thing that Yoshinoya serve in their restaurant.

Green onion mixed with the rice and curry will give it a nice acidic balance. Finally, adding scrambled eggs on the side will balance the dish out nicely.

Where to Buy

Japanese Curry Roux Cubes can be purchased at any Asian Supermarket. If you dont have one near you, online retailer like amazon or walmart will carry them. Although the price will be a bit inflated.

Japanese Curry Roux Cube Recipes

This is the recipe that I use for Japanese Curry.

Ingredient List

1 x Green Bell Pepper Diced
2 x Cloves of Garlic Minced
2 x Potato Cube
3 x Carrot Slice Thick
1 x Finely Minced Onion
Garam Masala
1 lb of Ground Beef
Half Box of Japanese Curry Roux Cubes.
3 Cups of Water

Instructions

1) To begin, brown the meat until its carmelized.
2) Add the onion and Bell Pepper and sweat down.
3) Once the moisture is driven off add some oil and add garlic. Once you smell then add the Garam Masala. Briefly cook until aromatic.
4) Toss in the Potato, Carrot, Roux Cube then water. In that order.
5) Bring it to a simmer and let it cook. After 4-5 minutes it should be done. Be sure to stir frequently to prevent the bottom from scorching. Add water as needed to change consistency.

Best Japanese Curry Roux Cubes List

Below, you will find a list of some of the Best Japanese Curry Roux Cubes. They all taste about the same. Variation will be small things like Apple or Heat. Truth be told, you get more flavor by adding your own ingredients.

S&B Golden Curry Sauce Mix, Medium Hot (Best Overall)

In the States, S&b Curry is the most popular choice. You have a few different heat level to choose from. If you have family who cant handle spice, you might want to go for the mild to low heat. If you want, you can add more chili later. I personally like it really spicy so I generally buy the hot one.

House Foods Vermont Curry [ 2 Packs ] Medium Hot 8.11 Oz (230g)

In spite of the name, this curry is actually Japanese. What sets it apart from the other one is the Apple and Curry Flavor. The flavor is minor but it does sets it apart from the standard one. If you want to boost the sweetness, instead of potato, use sweet potato instead.

HOUSE Curry Sauce KOKUMARO from Japan import (Medium Hot, 4.94oz)

KOKUMARO has a slight carmleized onion flavor. Like the other boxes, its made in Japan. Instruction to make it are the same and you get the same great curry flavor. Remember to boost the flavor with Garam Masala.

Japanese Curry Roux Cubes Thoughts

Japanese Curry is a amazing dish that is unknown in the states. However if you give it chance, it can soon become a family favorite. There are a few options out there. You really cant go wrong with either one. You wont be able to tell the difference in flavor unless you eat it regularly. I recommend that you just try each one until you find your favorite.

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