Katsu Curry with Crispy Cauliflower Nuggets for Toddlers and Kids Recipe
A kid-friendly Katsu Curry featuring a flavorful mild curry sauce paired with crispy cauliflower nuggets. This recipe uses simple ingredients and cooking techniques to create a comforting, nutritious meal perfect for toddlers and children.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Curry Sauce
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- 1 cm ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 200 ml homemade vegetable stock
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Cauliflower Nuggets
- 1/2 small cauliflower, cut into florets
- Bread crumbs, as needed for coating
- 1 to 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, for cooking and greasing
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat one tablespoon of coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, chopped garlic, finely diced carrots, and grated ginger. Stir and cook for 5-6 minutes until the onion begins to soften.
- Add Spices: Sprinkle in the curry powder and turmeric powder. Cook for an additional minute to toast the spices and release their flavors.
- Simmer Vegetables: Pour in the homemade vegetable stock. Let the mixture simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
- Blend Sauce: Stir in the coconut milk, then transfer the contents to a blender. Blend until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Bread Cauliflower Nuggets: Set up two bowls: one with whisked eggs and one with bread crumbs. Dip each cauliflower floret first into the egg, then coat fully with bread crumbs, ensuring an even covering. Repeat until all florets are breaded.
- Bake Cauliflower Nuggets: Arrange the breaded cauliflower florets on a baking tray lightly greased or lined with oil. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for approximately 30 minutes, until the cauliflower is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
Notes
- Ensure the cauliflower florets are fully coated with breadcrumbs for maximum crispiness.
- If you prefer a spicier curry, gently increase the amount of curry powder, but keep it mild for toddlers.
- Homemade vegetable stock enhances the flavor but store-bought stock can be used as a convenient alternative.
- Make sure to check the cauliflower is cooked through by piercing with a fork before removing from the oven.
- This recipe is free from gluten if using gluten-free breadcrumbs.
Keywords: Katsu curry, cauliflower nuggets, kid-friendly, toddler meal, easy curry, vegetarian curry, baked nuggets
