Miffy’s Halloween stew

With Halloween on the horizon, the nights are getting cooler and it’s the perfect time for warm and comforting food.

Miffy’s favourite Halloween stew is a sweet and gentle Japanese curry, full of vegetables and love.

It’s not too spicy, just right for everyone to enjoy. And, when you shape the rice into Miffy’s face, it turns an ordinary dinner into something extra fun and festive!

Ingredients (serves 2)

• 92g Japanese curry roux (about 4 blocks)
• ½ apple (peeled & grated)
• ½ tbsp honey
• 2.5 cups water
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 medium potato, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ onion, sliced
• (225-250 g) beef cubes (you can substitute chicken, pork or tofu)
• Cooked Japanese short-grain rice (for making Miffy face)
• Nori / seaweed (for facial features)

Instructions

1. Brown the meat
   Heat a little oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the beef cubes and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes, just until the edges start to brown (but not fully cooked).
2. Add vegetables & aromatics
   Stir in the onion, potato, carrot, and garlic. Cook for another minute until they begin to soften.
3. Add liquid, apple & honey
   Pour in the 2.5 cups of water. Add the grated apple and honey. Cover with a lid and simmer on medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender.
4. Melt the curry roux
   Reduce to medium-low heat, then add the curry blocks. Stir gently until they melt and incorporate into a smooth sauce. Let it simmer another ~15 minutes until the stew thickens to your liking.
5. Make the Miffy rice face (optional but fun!)
   • Shape rice (while slightly warm) into an oval for Miffy’s face, and two small narrow ovals for the ears.
   • Use small cutouts of nori (seaweed) for eyes and mouth.
   • Place the Miffy rice face and ears on top of the stew or on a separate plate with curry served around.
6. Serve & enjoy
   Ladle the stew into bowls, place Miffy’s face, and dig in while it’s warm!

Find full recipe on TikTok here