Description
A delicious twist on a classic grilled cheese using flavorful Japanese curry.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Japanese curry (leftover or freshly made)
- 4 slices bread (thick-cut sandwich bread preferred)
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup cooked ground beef or beef sausage (optional for extra protein)
- 1/4 cup chopped onions (optional)
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Curry Filling – If you have leftover Japanese curry from last night’s dinner—perfect! If not, make a small batch using onions, carrots, potatoes, curry roux, and your choice of protein. For this sandwich, I sometimes add cooked ground beef or beef sausage for extra richness. Simmer the curry until thickened—you want it spoonable, not runny.
- Butter the Bread – Butter one side of each bread slice. This will help achieve that classic grilled cheese crunch. Use a thick sandwich bread like shokupan, brioche, or sourdough for the best texture.
- Assemble the Sandwich – Lay one slice of bread, butter-side down, in a skillet or on a cutting board. Add a layer of shredded cheese, then a generous scoop of curry (avoiding too much liquid), and another layer of cheese on top. Cap it with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Toast to Perfection – Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place your sandwich in the pan and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula. The goal is golden-brown bread and melted cheese. Be patient—it’s worth it.
- Slice and Serve – Let it rest for a minute before slicing. This helps the cheese settle slightly. Then cut it in half and serve while hot, with extra curry on the side if you like.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding cooked vegetables like bell peppers or additional spices.
- This sandwich pairs well with a side of pickles or a salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg