Japanese Cheese Curry Rice

Japanese Cheese Curry Rice

This comforting Japanese-inspired dish transforms simple curry rice into an irresistible baked casserole topped with bubbling mozzarella cheese. Perfect for using leftover curry and rice, this fusion recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, creating the ultimate comfort food that's both satisfying and easy to prepare.

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Course: Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: Curry

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 285kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Baking Dish

Ingredients

2 cups cooked rice
1 cup Japanese curry sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup diced beef or chicken optional

Instructions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Mix curry sauce with cooked rice in a bowl until well combined.
Add diced meat if using and stir to distribute evenly.
Transfer the curry rice mixture to a baking dish.
Top evenly with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.

Notes

Use leftover curry for richer, more developed flavors

Cold leftover rice works better than freshly cooked rice as it holds its shape

Try different cheese varieties like cheddar or gruyere for flavor variations

Add vegetables like corn, peas, or bell peppers for extra nutrition

Make ahead by assembling without cheese, refrigerate, then add cheese before baking

Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra golden cheese topping

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