Japanese

Chicken Katsu Curry

breaded • curry • comfort food

Also known as: katsu kare, japanese curry with cutlet

About the Dish

Chicken Katsu Curry is a japanese breaded that leans on breaded, curry, comfort food. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.

Our goal: keep the breaded feel intact while adding lift from Mosel Riesling Kabinett.

Top Pour:  Mosel Riesling Kabinett

Off-dry fruit balances curry sweetness while acid cuts through fried cutlet.

Body: lightAcidity: highSweetness: off-dry

Why it works

  • Off-dry sweetness tempers spice and capsicum heat.
  • High acidity refreshes palate after coconut milk richness.

Signature aromas

limegreen appleslate

Bottle inspiration

Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Kabinett 2022

Mosel, Germany • budget

Lime zest, green apple, and slate minerality with a touch of sweetness.

Pairing Playbook

Solid Alternates

Alsace GewürztraminerVouvray Sec Chenin Blanc
Alsace — Body: mediumAlsace — Acidity: mediumAlsace — Sweetness: off-dryVouvray — Body: mediumVouvray — Acidity: highVouvray — Sweetness: dry

FAQ

What wine pairs best with Chicken Katsu Curry?
Mosel Riesling Kabinett is our first pour because Off-dry fruit balances curry sweetness while acid cuts through fried cutlet..
Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Chicken Katsu Curry?
If Mosel Riesling Kabinett is out of reach, grab Alsace Gewürztraminer—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
Which wines should I avoid with Chicken Katsu Curry?
Skip styles like heavy tannic reds, very oaky wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Chicken Katsu Curry?
Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.

Skip These Bottles

heavy tannic redsvery oaky wines

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Alsace Gewürztraminer

These bottles share structural traits with Mosel Riesling Kabinett. Great options when the shelf is bare.