Japanese Curry Rice

Japanese Curry Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish, featuring tender vegetables and protein simmered in a rich, aromatic curry sauce served over fluffy rice. This gluten-free version retains all the authentic flavors while being suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

Japanese Curry Rice
40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
480 kcal

Ingredients

  • Brown rice - 150 grams
  • Chicken breast (diced) - 200 grams
  • Carrot (sliced) - 1 medium
  • Potato (cubed) - 1 medium
  • Onion (chopped) - 1 medium
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
  • Gluten-free curry powder - 2 tablespoons
  • Coconut milk - 200 ml
  • Chicken broth (gluten-free) - 200 ml
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste
  • Green peas (frozen) - 50 grams
  • Chopped green onions (for garnish) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides.
  5. Stir in the sliced carrot and cubed potato, cooking for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  6. Sprinkle the gluten-free curry powder over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to coat.
  7. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  8. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  9. Stir in the frozen green peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  10. Serve the curry over the cooked brown rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 480
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 65 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in fiber from vegetables and brown rice, promoting digestive health.
  • Provides lean protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.

Tags

JapaneseGluten-FreeBrunch