Baked Japanese Curry Rice

Step 1: Blanch broccoli with boiling water (add a pinch of salt into the water) for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Saute chopped onions with the vegetable oil in a deep pan until translucent and lightly browned.

Step 3: Add in the minced garlic and meat, saute the meat till lightly browned.

Step 4: Add in potatoes and carrots and stir fry for a couple of minutes.

Step 5: Add the water (use enough water to cover the ingredients)

Step 6: And bring to a boil.

Step 7: Lower the heat, cover and let it simmer for about 10~15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Step 8: Add curry roux and ketchup, simmer for 10 minutes, or until thickens.

Step 9: Keep stirring to ensure the curry roux is fully dissolved.

Step 10: Add another cube of curry roux, if necessary, to adjust the thickness of the curry to your preference.

Step 11: For each serving, place 1 cup of cooked rice in an oven-proof dish.

Step 12: Place 1/4 portion of the Japanese curry over the rice. Put some blanched broccoli on top.

Step 13: With a spoon, make a slight dent in the middle and crack in 1 egg.

Step 14: Sprinkle top with shredded cheese.

Step 15: Repeat the same with the remaining servings.

Step 16: Bake in preheated oven at 400 deg for about 10~15 minutes or until the cheese turn golden brown and the eggs are almost set.