Kare Raisu
Japanese curry, or Kare Raisu, is different from other Asian curries. It’s thicker, slightly sweet, mildly spiced, and incredibly comforting. The brand I used is similar to popular ones like S&B Foods or House Foods — the kind that comes in ready-made roux cubes.
Actually this was my first time of trying Kare Raisu at home.
What I Used
- 1 supermarket curry roux pack
- 2 potatoes
- 1 carrot
- 1 onion
- Chicken pieces
- Cooked white rice
How I Made It
- I sautéed onions first until soft and slightly golden.
- Added chicken and cooked until lightly browned.
- Tossed in chopped carrots and potatoes.
- Added water and let everything simmer until the vegetables became tender.
- Finally, I added the curry roux cubes and stirred until the sauce thickened beautifully.
That’s it — so simple, even for a busy weekday!
I love Japanese curry for family meals. The texture becomes rich and it coats with sticky Japanese rice perfectly.
There’s something satisfying about using a supermarket pack — no complicated spice mixing, no long prep time — yet still ending up with a hearty, homemade dish. As a busy mom, I’m always looking for quick recipes, but I also believe they should be healthy. I do use convenient options like this from time to time, though not every day. I know many busy moms love these kinds of shortcuts because they make life easier. However, I personally prefer fresh, home-cooked meals whenever possible.
But there are times, we also love easy ways. It was hearty and comforting meal.
Have you ever tried Kare Raisu at home?
