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Wagamama

Chicken Katsu Curry Recipe

Master how to make authentic Wagamama-style Chicken Katsu Curry at home with this quick and easy recipe. Crispy golden panko chicken paired with a velvety curry sauce creates restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen. Perfect for impressive weeknight dinners that the whole family will love.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

30 mins

Serve

4

Kcal

650

Ingredients

Directions

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Chicken Katsu Curry Recipe

What ingredients are used in Chicken Katsu Curry from Wagamama?

Wagamama's Chicken Katsu Curry requires chicken breasts, flour, eggs, panko breadcrumbs, rice, carrots, onions, garlic, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, garam masala, chicken stock, honey, soy sauce, bay leaf, and optionally coconut milk. It's garnished with pickled ginger and sesame seeds.

How to cook Chicken Katsu Curry from Wagamama at home?

Learn how to cook Chicken Katsu Curry from Wagamama by flattening and breading chicken breasts, frying until golden, and making a curry sauce with onions, carrots, spices and stock. The sauce is simmered, blended until smooth, then poured over the crispy chicken and rice for an authentic restaurant experience at home.

What's the secret to achieving the perfect crispy coating on chicken katsu?

The perfect crispy coating comes from using panko breadcrumbs (rather than regular breadcrumbs), ensuring your chicken is completely dry before coating, chilling the breaded chicken for 20 minutes before frying, and maintaining the correct oil temperature (180°C) throughout cooking.

Can I make Japanese curry sauce ahead of time?

Yes, the Japanese curry sauce can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator. It often tastes even better the next day as flavours develop. Simply reheat gently before serving with freshly fried chicken katsu for a quicker weeknight meal.

What are the best side dishes to serve with katsu curry?

Traditional sides for katsu curry include Japanese pickles (tsukemono), miso soup, a simple cucumber salad with rice vinegar dressing, edamame beans, or gyoza dumplings. These complement the rich curry sauce and crispy chicken perfectly for an authentic Japanese meal.

The calorie count is an approximation and can vary based on exact measurements and specific ingredients used. Always consult nutritional information if strict adherence to calorie counts is required. This recipe is inspired by the flavours of this restaurant's dishes and has been independently developed for home cooking. It is not an exact match to the proprietary recipe used by the restaurant. This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by the restaurant.
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