Perfect Curry Recipe Scaler

Why I Built This: The Single-Serving Struggle

I frequently make curry, but I prefer cooking single-serving meals using a compact pot on my gas stove. The problem? Most store-bought curry roux boxes only provide water and ingredient instructions for massive 8-portion batches.

Trying to mentally divide 1100ml of water, 600g of meat, and 3 onions by 8 while trying not to burn anything almost always led to mistakes. My single servings would turn out either as a watery soup or an overly salty, thick paste. I created this specific Simple Sheet template so I could instantly scale the exact golden ratio down to a single portion—or up for bulk meal prep—without the guesswork.

Practical Tips for Perfect Curry

Cooking the perfect Japanese-style curry isn't just about the ingredients; it's about the ratio. Many people simply guess the water amount when making a batch, resulting in inconsistent flavors. Our template ensures your liquid-to-roux ratio stays perfectly balanced.

1. The Golden Ratio

A standard block of Japanese curry roux typically requires exactly 300ml of water, 150g of meat, and half an onion to reach peak consistency and flavor. Maintaining this ratio—whether you are making 1 portion or 12—is the secret to restaurant-quality thickness.

2. Flavor-Enhancing Secrets

Once you have the mathematical ratios down, you can elevate your curry with these simple additions:

• Caramelize Onions: Sautéing onions slowly for 15-20 minutes brings out a deep natural sweetness that balances the spices perfectly.
• The Secret Ingredient: Adding 1 teaspoon of instant coffee, a square of dark chocolate, or a splash of Worcestershire sauce adds incredible depth and umami to the sauce.
• Resting: Curry always tastes better the next day after the proteins and starches have melded overnight in the fridge.

How to Use the App Template for Groceries

By opening this template in the Simple Sheet app, you can easily take it to the supermarket with you.

1. Click the orange "Open Full Template in App" button above.
2. Tap the "Portions" value at the top and enter how many meals you want to prep.
3. Watch all ingredient amounts (meat, onions, water) multiply instantly based on your input.
4. Use the app's Pause (⏸️) feature to cross off ingredients you already have in your pantry (like water or onions) so you only focus on the exact items you need to buy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)