Japanese Curry Cheesy Muffins (Print Version)

Flavorful muffins blend Japanese curry, melted cheeses, and vegetables for a unique fusion snack or breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 2 tablespoons Japanese curry powder

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 cup whole milk
08 - 1/2 cup plain yogurt
09 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
10 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce

→ Vegetables

11 - 1/2 cup finely diced cooked potatoes
12 - 1/2 cup grated carrot
13 - 1/2 cup finely chopped green onion

→ Cheese

14 - 1 and 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
15 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and Japanese curry powder until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, whole milk, plain yogurt, vegetable oil, and soy sauce until smooth and homogenous.
04 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain muffin tenderness.
05 - Fold in the finely diced cooked potatoes, grated carrot, green onion, mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese, reserving 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese for topping.
06 - Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle the reserved mozzarella cheese on top of each muffin.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Unique fusion of Japanese curry and classic muffin flavors
  • Makes a satisfying snack, breakfast, or vegetarian side
02 -
  • These muffins freeze well and reheat best in the oven to restore texture
  • Check your cheese and curry powder labels for potential nut traces if serving to those with allergies
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped pickled ginger for extra zing
  • Use sweet potato instead of regular potato for a unique flavor twist
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