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Chicken Katsu Curry Udon

2 servings
Chewy udon noodles in a savory Japanese curry broth topped with crispy chicken katsu, ramen egg, and scallions.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 2 servings udon noodles , fresh, frozen, or dried udon noodles
  • 1 ramen egg, halved
  • 1 scallion, greens only

Chicken Katsu

  • 2 chicken tenderloins
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Oil, for frying

Curry Soup

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
  • 2 scallions, whites only, sliced
  • 2 1/2 cups unsalted chicken broth or water, I used 2 cups chicken broth + 1/2 cup water
  • 2 Japanese curry roux cubes

Instructions
 

  1. Cover the chicken with plastic wrap and lightly pound each piece with a meat tenderizer until it is an even thickness. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Prepare three shallow bowls with the flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each piece of chicken in flour, shaking off the excess, followed by the egg and then the panko.
  3. Heat about 2 cups of frying oil in a pot to 340°F. Carefully add the chicken and fry for about 2 minutes, then flip and fry for another 2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a cooling rack and allow it to rest before slicing.
  4. To prepare the curry soup, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, garlic, and scallion whites. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and break the curry roux cubes into smaller pieces before adding them to the broth.
  6. Stir for 5–10 minutes, or until the curry roux has completely dissolved and the broth is smooth and slightly thickened.
  7. Meanwhile, bring a separate pot of water to a boil and cook the udon according to the package directions. Drain well.
  8. Divide the cooked udon between two bowls and pour the hot curry soup over the noodles.
  9. Slice the chicken katsu and arrange it on top. Finish each bowl with ramen egg and sliced scallions. Serve immediately while the katsu is still crispy.

Notes

Udon: Fresh or frozen udon will give you the thickest, chewiest texture, but dried udon can also be used.
Broth: Using chicken broth creates a deeper curry soup, while water gives the curry a lighter flavor.
Curry roux: Different curry roux varieties range from mild to spicy, so choose the heat level you prefer.
Chicken: Frying time can vary depending on the thickness of the chicken. Cook until the center reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Calories: 422kcal, Carbohydrates: 45g, Protein: 25g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 202mg, Sodium: 2028mg, Potassium: 492mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 599IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 127mg, Iron: 4mg
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