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Japanese Pork Curry

This homemade Japanese pork curry features tender pork chunks simmered in a thick, aromatic sauce infused with warming spices. The dish is characterized by a velvety texture and a rich, savory flavor profile, with the final appearance showcasing hearty meat and vegetables in a glossy, sauce-coated presentation.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pork shoulder or pork stew meat cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger fresh, grated
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 tablespoons flour for thickening
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 carrots carrots peeled and sliced
  • 1 large potato diced
  • 1 apple apple peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the pork chunks and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.
    1 lb pork shoulder or pork stew meat
  2. Add the chopped onion to the same pot and sauté until translucent and slightly caramelized, approximately 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
    1 large onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger
  3. Stir in the curry powder and flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and remove raw flour taste. The mixture will darken slightly and become aromatic.
    2 tablespoons curry powder, 2 tablespoons flour
  4. Gradually pour in the broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, until the mixture is smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
    3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  5. Add the browned pork back to the pot along with sliced carrots, diced potato, and diced apple. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
    1 lb pork shoulder or pork stew meat, 2 carrots carrots, 1 large potato, 1 apple apple
  6. Season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Stir occasionally and check for seasoning.
    1 tablespoon soy sauce, Salt to taste