Wagamama Hot Yasai Katsu Curry is a spicy, plant-based twist on the classic curry. It features crispy vegetable katsu, made with fresh vegetables, topped with a rich and spicy curry sauce. The heat from the sauce adds an extra kick, while the crunchy katsu provides a satisfying texture. Served with steamed rice, this dish is perfect for those who love a flavorful, spicy, and comforting meal!
Price: £13.00
Nutritional Information
Wagamama’s Hot Yasai Katsu Curry is a spicy, plant-based dish featuring crispy veggie katsu topped with a flavorful curry sauce. The nutrition facts provide insights into the calories, protein, and nutrients in this delicious and warming meal. It’s the perfect choice for anyone who enjoys a bit of heat in their curry!
| Values | Per Serving (g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium (g) | 1.8 | 0.2 |
| Salt (g) | 4.4 | 0.6 |
| Fibre (g) | 13.5 | 1.9 |
| Calories | 1,348 kcal | 187 kcal |
| Protein (g) | 22.5 | 3.1 |
| Carb (g) | 167.7 | 23.3 |
| Fat (g) | 64.9 | 9.0 |
| Saturated Fat (g) | 10.0 | 1.4 |
| Sugars (g) | 19.7 | 2.7 |
| Fibre (g) | 12.8 | 1.8 |
Ingredients
Allergens
Is It a Healthy Choice?
Hot Yasai Katsu Curry is a less healthy, indulgent choice, even though it is plant-based. At 1,348 calories per serving, it is very heavy within the Wagamama curry category and sits above many standard katsu curry options. The main issue is not just the curry sauce, but the combination of fried vegetable katsu, rice, high carbohydrates, and a rich hot curry base.
It does have some nutritional strengths. The fibre is high at around 13g, which supports fullness and gives the meal better digestive balance than many lower-fibre fried dishes. However, the protein is only 22.5g, which is modest for such a large calorie total. With 167.7g of carbohydrates and 19.7g of sugar, this is a high-energy meal best suited to bigger appetites, active diners, or someone choosing it as their main lunch or dinner.
The fat and salt levels make moderation important. It contains 64.9g of fat, 10g saturated fat, and 4.4g salt, so it is less ideal for low-fat, low-sodium, or heart-conscious diets. Hot Yasai Katsu Curry works best as an occasional comfort meal, balanced with water, lighter sides, and lower-salt choices for the rest of the day.
What Does It Taste Like?
Wagamama Hot Yasai Katsu Curry has a bold, warming curry flavor with a clear spicy kick. The sauce is rich, smooth, and savory, with a gentle sweetness underneath the heat. The crispy vegetable katsu adds a deep, earthy taste, with soft natural sweetness from the vegetables inside. It feels more intense than the classic yasai katsu curry, but still comforting. The rice helps mellow the spice and makes each bite feel balanced, filling, and cozy.
The texture is crisp, soft, and saucy all at once. The golden katsu coating gives a crunchy bite before the tender vegetable filling comes through. The vegetables feel soft, creamy, and slightly dense, which makes the dish hearty rather than light. The hot curry sauce is thick and silky, coating the rice and katsu smoothly. The rice stays fluffy and warm, soaking up the sauce well. Each mouthful feels crunchy, smooth, spicy, and satisfying.
To close out, Wagamama Hot Yasai Katsu Curry is a must-try for those looking for fresh and flavorful food. I love how it brings together bold flavors and high-quality ingredients in every bite. If you love exploring dishes like I do, check out Wagamama’s full menu and discover even more tasty options you’ll definitely want to try!
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