Whole Chicken Japanese Curry Recipe – Los Angeles Times

Rich, flavorful and extremely comforting, Japanese curry is a national icon that is available in a range of regional varieties. It is often stuffed with meat or vegetables and served over rice or udon. Home cooking throughout Japan and in many international aisles of U.S. grocery stores is becoming easier thanks to a number of brands that sell Japanese curry in both roux blocks and flavored powdered flakes, which dissolve in water or broth.

Local chef and online personality Yakitorigo has gained a following through his educational series and dinner events devoted to yakitori, or grilled chicken, but he also holds Japanese curry close to his heart. Here, she shares her recipe for a whole chicken Japanese curry, which feeds a small army and freezes beautifully.