Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Hawaii Chicken Katsu Curry, a delightful fusion dish that features crispy, panko-crusted chicken served with a rich and savory Japanese curry sauce. This recipe captures the essence of Hawaiian cuisine, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With its satisfying combination of textures and tastes, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, you can serve it over rice or alongside your favorite sides, creating a meal that’s both comforting and delicious.

Ingredients

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6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup neutral oil
2 large onions (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tbsp ginger (minced)
2 Fuji apples (grated)
2 carrots (chopped)
6 cups chicken stock
1 block Japanese curry mix
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs (beaten)
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Cooked rice
Katsu sauce (homemade or store-bought)

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add garlic and ginger; cook for another minute. Stir in grated apples and chopped carrots; sauté for 5 minutes.
3. Pour in chicken stock and soy sauce, then add Japanese curry mix. Simmer gently.
4. Set up three bowls for breading: flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each chicken thigh in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko.
5. In another skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
6. Serve over cooked rice, topped with curry sauce and katsu sauce.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Hawaiian/Japanese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 590
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: For extra crunch, let the fried chicken rest on paper towels before serving. Customize the spice level by adding chili powder to the curry mix.