Japanese Beef Curry (Ryōri Nabe)

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 500 grams of beef cut into strips
• 1 small pumpkin, cubed
• 2 carrots peeled and sliced
• 250 grams of dried shiitake, hydrated and cut
• 100 grams of firm tofu, cubed
• 1 medium onion chopped
• 250 grams of cooked Japanese rice
• 30 ml soy sauce
• 15 ml of sake
• 45 ml curry powder
• 30 ml vegetable oil
• 600 ml beef broth or water
• 1 chopped boiled egg (optional)

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.
2. Add the beef and brown it on all sides, approximately 5 minutes, until it's nicely seared.
3. Add the carrot, pumpkin, and shiitake, cooking for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Sprinkle the curry powder over the ingredients and mix well to coat evenly.
5. Add the soy sauce, sake, and beef broth, bringing to a boil.
6. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and flavors melded.
7. Add the tofu and cook for 5 more minutes, adjusting the seasoning to taste.
8. Serve in individual bowls or in a container to share, accompanied by cooked rice.
9. Decorate with the boiled egg if desired.