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Tasty Japanese Curry Bun

Category: Snacks

These buns have a soft yeast dough wrapped around a warm, flavorful curry mix. Letting the dough rest makes them tender. The buns get shaped carefully to trap the filling, then fried until golden. Crunchy on the outside and packed with savory goodness inside, they make a great quick bite. Using simple pantry staples for the dough and a rich curry, this method balances fluffy bread with bold flavors. Best eaten warm to enjoy crisp crust and yummy filling.

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Dana
Recipe Created By Dana
Last updated on Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:10:38 GMT
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These crispy golden buns stuffed with rich Japanese curry make a cozy and tasty snack. Crunchy outside yet soft inside, they bring the vibe of street food right to your kitchen.

I got hooked when I tried these curry buns from a little street stand. Making them at home turned into a fun weekend thing and now they’re a hit at our family get-togethers.

What You Need

  • Flour: All-purpose, for a soft structure and tender crumb fresh is best
  • Warm milk and water: mix these to get a nice moist dough that ferments well
  • Yeast and sugar: teamed up to help the dough rise and get fluffy
  • Salt: balances out the flavors by cutting through sweetness and richness
  • Curry filling: homemade or store-bought Japanese curry both work great
  • Frying oil: pick one with a high smoke point and mild taste to get an even golden crust

Step-by-Step Cooking

A Japanese curry bun with a slice taken out.
A Japanese curry bun with a slice taken out. | chefsnaps.com

One of my best memories is sharing these buns at a potluck where they vanished super quickly, even the picky eaters asked for more.

How to Store

Try Different Fillings

Tasty Sides

A Japanese Curry Bun with a bite taken out of it.
A Japanese Curry Bun with a bite taken out of it. | chefsnaps.com

These golden pockets warmed fresh from the pan make a perfect pick-me-up that brings smiles and good chat at the table.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ Which flour works best for making the dough?

Go with all-purpose flour since it gives the dough enough gluten to be soft but still hold the filling without falling apart.

→ Is it okay to use curry from the store for the filling?

Sure thing, you can use store-bought or homemade curry. Just make sure it’s thick enough so it doesn’t leak out while frying.

→ How do I check if the oil is hot enough for frying?

Heat your oil to about 350°F (175°C). Drop a tiny dough piece in and watch—if it bubbles up and floats fast without browning too quick, you’re good to go.

→ What’s the easiest way to seal these buns tight?

Pinch the edges well and fold them over so the filling stays trapped and nothing spills out when frying.

→ How should I serve the buns to taste their best?

Eat them warm just after frying to enjoy that crispy shell with the soft, savory center at its finest.

Japanese Curry Bun

Crispy fried dough stuffed with tasty Japanese curry, perfect for snacking or a light meal.

Preparation Duration
90 minutes
Time to Cook
15 minutes
Overall Time
105 minutes
Recipe Created By: Dana

Type of Recipe: Snacks

Cooking Skill Level: For Moderate Skills

Cuisine Style: Japanese

Serving Amount: 8 Number of Servings (8 buns)

Dietary Options: Great for Vegetarians

Ingredients You'll Need

→ Dough mix

01 6 grams salt
02 10 grams active dry yeast
03 240 grams plain flour
04 120 ml warm water
05 60 ml milk
06 25 grams sugar

→ Filling

07 480 grams cooked curry from Japan

→ For frying

08 Vegetable oil as much as needed

Detailed Preparation Steps

Step 01

Put yeast, salt, sugar, and flour into a big bowl and stir together.

Step 02

Add milk and warm water bit by bit. Keep kneading till it feels smooth and stretchy.

Step 03

Cover it up and leave the dough somewhere warm for an hour till it gets twice as big.

Step 04

Split the dough into 8 pieces and press each one into a flat round shape.

Step 05

Drop some curry in the middle of each dough round. Close and shape into nice buns.

Step 06

Let those buns rest for 30 minutes so they puff up more.

Step 07

Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C then fry the buns until they turn golden all over.

Step 08

Take the buns out and let them sit on paper towels to soak up extra oil before eating.

Helpful Tips

  1. You can use store-bought or homemade Japanese curry for the inside.
  2. Make sure the oil is hot enough so the crust gets nicely golden and even.
  3. Best to eat the buns warm to get the full taste and feel.

Essential Kitchen Tools

  • Bowl for mixing
  • Deep pan or pot for frying
  • Paper towels

Allergy Information

Always check labels for allergens and reach out to a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Has gluten and dairy

Nutrition Information (Per Portion)

Nutrition facts are provided for reference and don’t replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 350
  • Fat Content: 15 grams
  • Carbohydrate Amount: 45 grams
  • Protein Content: 8 grams