Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Tofu Katsu Curry


  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and flavorful dish featuring crispy tofu cutlets served with a rich and aromatic curry sauce over rice.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 block of firm tofu
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 potato, diced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then slice it into cutlets.
  2. In three separate bowls, set up flour, plant-based milk (mixed with soy sauce), and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dip each tofu cutlet first in flour, then in the soy milk, and finally in panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the tofu cutlets until golden and crispy on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, sauté the onion until translucent. Then add the carrots and potato, cooking for a few minutes.
  6. Add vegetable broth and curry powder, let it simmer until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve the crispy tofu cutlets over rice and pour the curry sauce on top.

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying, Simmering
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: tofu, curry, vegetarian, comfort food, Japanese cuisine