What Does Japanese Curry Taste Like? Flavor, Texture, and Spice Explained
The first time I tasted Japanese curry, I was 14 and starving after CCA. A friend dragged me to a CoCo Ichibanya, and I ordered…
Curry Guides
Practical guides that help readers understand Japanese curry
What Is Japanese Soup Curry? Ingredients, Characteristics, and How It’s Served
The first time I ordered soup curry, I made a rookie move. The bowl arrived with a separate plate of rice, so I did what…
What Is Katsu Curry? Ingredients, Preparation, and Popular Variations
The first katsu curry I ever made at home looked great for about ninety seconds. The cutlet came out of the pan golden and crackly.…
Is Japanese Curry Spicy? Understanding Japanese Curry’s Heat Levels
The first time I brought a friend from Penang to a Japanese curry spot in Singapore, she ordered the "hot" option with total confidence. This…
What Is Japanese Curry? A Complete Guide to Japan’s Popular Curry Dish
The first time I ordered Japanese curry in Singapore, I expected something like the fish head curry I'd grown up with: fiery, thin and full…
Japanese Curry Ingredients: A Complete Guide to What Goes Into Japanese Curry
My first homemade Japanese curry was a disaster, and the problem was the ingredients. I grabbed the first red box of roux I saw at…
Japanese Curry Recipe: A Complete Guide to Making Japanese Curry at Home
For about a year, I had a weekly habit I wasn't proud of. Every Friday, I'd stop by CoCo Ichibanya on the way home and…