Yokosuka Navy Curry
Yokosuka Navy Curry is a local recreation based on the kare raisu recipe in the Imperial Japanese Navy's 1908 cooking manual. Flour and curry powder form a thick roux around meat, onion...
At a glance
| Name | Yokosuka Navy Curry (Kaigun Curry) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Kanagawa |
| Region | Kanto |
| Type | Modern Yokosuka brand based on a 1908 naval curry recipe |
What is it?
Yokosuka Navy Curry is a local recreation based on the kare raisu recipe in the Imperial Japanese Navy's 1908 cooking manual. Flour and curry powder form a thick roux around meat, onion, carrot and potato.
Certified servings normally include salad and milk. It is distinct from Yokosuka JMSDF Curry, in which local restaurants reproduce current recipes supplied by individual ships and units.
History and local context
Yokosuka declared itself a curry city in 1999 and developed the historic recipe into restaurant and souvenir programs. The navy was one route in curry's spread, but it did not single-handedly invent all Japanese curry in Yokosuka.
Certified shops share historical method and service rules while varying meat, spice, stock and hidden seasonings.
How to enjoy it
Taste the mild flour-thickened curry, alternate it with salad and milk, and check the official guide to distinguish Navy Curry from present-day JMSDF ship curries.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Yokosuka Navy Curry from?
It is associated with Kanagawa, in the Kanto region of Japan.
What kind of food is Yokosuka Navy Curry?
This guide classifies it as modern yokosuka brand based on a 1908 naval curry recipe. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Yokosuka Navy Curry online?
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