Curry Rice

Japanese Curry Rice, or 'Kare Raisu,' is a beloved comfort food featuring a thick, savory-sweet curry sauce served over steamed rice. It typically includes a roux-based sauce with vegetables like onions, carrots, and potatoes, along with a protein such as chicken, pork, or beef. While inspired by British naval curry, it was adapted in Japan and is now a staple home-cooked and fast-food dish across the country.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the rice and sauce, with moderate protein from the meat and some fat from the roux. It provides key nutrients like potassium, vitamin A, and B vitamins, and a typical serving contains roughly 600-800 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	800 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	200 mcg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Folate	50 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg

Per 1 plate (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Japanese curry is uniquely mild and sweet compared to many other curries, often using fruit like apples in the roux. Nutritionally, the inclusion of root vegetables makes it a surprisingly good source of fiber and vitamins in a single, hearty bowl.