Medium grain white rice, yellow onion, yellow potato, vegetable oil (canola, corn, soybean, and/or sunflower oil), carrot, corn, rehydrated soy protein (soy flour, water, shaoxing wine), apple sauce (apples, water, ascorbic acid), white rice flour, dark soy sauce (water, salt, caramel color, sugar, soybeans, wheat), curry powder (turmeric, coriander, fenugreek, cumin, orange peel, pepper, chili pepper, cinnamon, fennel, ginger, star anise, thyme, bay leaves, cloves, nutmeg, sage, cardamom), ketchup (tomato concentrate, sugar, distilled vinegar, salt, spices, garlic powder, onion powder, natural flavors), soy sauce (water, soybeans, wheat, salt, sodium benzoate [preservative]), sugar, mushroom bouillon (salt, maltodextrin, sugar, mushroom powder, yeast extract, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate, artificial flavor), garlic, salt, potato starch, apple cider vinegar, cocoa (processed with alkali).

Contains: soy, wheat.

Calories: 660

Protein: 17g
Carbohydrates: 89g
Fats: 26g

Does it actually taste like Japanese curry? Yes. It's built from a real curry roux with the mildly sweet, warm depth that defines Japanese curry, not a generic curry powder. It won't be identical to a pot simmered for an hour at home, but it's the genuine flavor, not a vague approximation.

Is it spicy? No. This is the mild, comforting end of the curry spectrum, which is true to how Japanese curry usually is, so it's a safe pick for groups or anyone who doesn't want heat. If you like spice, it takes well to your own hot sauce or chili flakes added after rehydrating.

Does it have real vegetables, or just sauce? Real ones: Yukon gold potato, carrot, and onion, plus soy protein. They rehydrate to a tender, satisfying bite in about twelve minutes rather than dissolving into the sauce.

How long does it take to rehydrate? About 12 minutes with roughly 1.5 cups (355 mL) of boiling water, poured straight into the pouch. It uses a bit more water than some meals because of the potato and vegetables, so measure closer to a cup and a half.

Is one pouch enough for dinner? For most people, yes. It's a single serve at 660 calories, which is solid fuel after a long day. Big appetites or heavy-mileage days might add a side or a second pouch.

How much protein does it have? 17 grams, fully plant-based, mainly from the soy protein. That's a reasonable amount for a meal this light.

Is it really vegan? Japanese curry usually has meat or dairy. Right, traditional Japanese curry often includes meat, and most boxed roux contains dairy or animal fat. This version is fully vegan, building the flavor from the spices and roux base with potato, carrot, and onion doing the heavy lifting.

Do I need a stove or a bowl? No bowl and no extra pot. The flat-bottom pouch stands on its own and works as the cooking vessel, then zips closed to reseal. You just need a way to boil about a cup and a half of water.

What are the allergens? Is it gluten free? It's vegan but not gluten free. It contains soy and wheat, so it isn't suitable if you avoid gluten or soy. The full ingredient list is on the pouch.

How long does it last in storage? It's sealed in a Mylar pouch with an oxygen absorber for long-term storage, so it holds up in a pack, a gear bin, or an emergency kit. Check the printed date on the pouch for the exact shelf life.