Sometimes I think it’s important to write down when we’re having a beautiful summer. Here in the UK the weather can be so variable that even in the heart of summer there’s always something ruined by the rain but this year, sine the start of May we’ve had amazing weather and I feel as a Brit it’s important to mark it down so we can at least look back and say that it was. Now we’re well into June it’s seriously wonderful and looks like it’s staying this way for a while… bring on the barbecues and gin in the garden I say! Well done weather!
courgette and cauliflower katsu curry
Anyone who’s lived in the UK for the past couple of decades will know of the famous Wagamama’s Katsu Curry. I think Wagamama has become a little un-loved with foodies of late, particularly with such a plethora of authentic asian restaurants so readily available on every corner of London but The Viking and I will still pop in there when we’ve had a late night at work and don’t want to have to think about anything but enjoying good food. I love a bowl of steaming Ramen but The Viking will always go for the curry. If i’m honest, i’ve never really been a huge fan… it’s nice but I just prefer the soups… he can’t get enough and over the years i’ve always thought about making it at home but never got round to it until last weekend. And i’m so glad I did. it’s such a subtle sweet and savoury sauce with a deep undertone that works so beautifully with the pan-fried vegetables and so simple to make too… I’ve used cauliflower, courgette and mushrooms but aubergine would work well too…and then of course there’s the wonderful aroma that flooded the kitchen. The Viking was smiling all weekend!
for the katsu curry sauce
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp of curry powder
- 2 tbsp of plain flour
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 500ml of vegetable stock
- 1 tbsp of soft brown sugar
for the vegetables
- 1 large courgette – cut into thick slices
- 1 cauliflower – cut into thick steaks
- large flat mushrooms – cut into thick slices
- sunflower oil
- flour, for dusting
- 1 egg, beaten
- 100g of Panko breadcrumbs (I couldn’t find any so used regular)
Keep Calm and Fanny On says
Yum, I switch between the Katsu and Ramen, but have never tried making it at home… This looks great, I can smell it through the screen, thanks…
Dominic Franks says
oh thanks… it was a pleasant surprise… will be making again x
Denise Tyrrell says
Your right the weather in the Uk has been lovely the sun shone brightly on 25 May for my family hers funeral and even though there was some rain it was still not cold. But curry is good whatever the weather and I can smell how good this is right through the screen!
Dominic Franks says
oh it’s been gorgeous. Sorry about your loss, I hope you’re all OK? Some curry will warm your heart x
Denise Tyrrell says
Thanks – it will- and it’s been freezing since we have been back- a good curry is definitely the order of the day.
Choclette says
Where have I been over the lat ten years? I’ve never come across cats curry before. The whole dish looks amazing. Now where is my nearest wagamama?
Dominic Franks says
it is gorgeous,, you MUST try it… oh and i think you’ve been in Cornwall!