CHICKEN Katsu Curry is the most sought-after dish for takeaway lovers in Basingstoke according to the delivery service Deliveroo.

Marking its third year in the town, Deliveroo has released information about its most ordered dishes, with Chicken Katsu Curry from KOKORO topping the list.

Deliveroo has created around 55 jobs since it launched in Basingstoke three years ago.

Now more than 45 restaurants have signed up including Burger King and Wagamama's.

The top five dishes ordered by Basingstoke residents are:

1. Chicken Katsu Curry from KOKORO

2. Bacon Double Cheese XL Meal from Burger King

3. Nutella Cookies Waffle from Sundaes Gelato Basingstoke

4. Spicy Chilli Beef from Festival Street Kitchen

5. Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls from Shangri-la Chinese Restaurant

A spokesman for Deliveroo said the firm was committed to supporting local businesses in Basingstoke.

Around 60 per cent of its restaurant partners are independent.

Harison Foster, regional director of Deliveroo said: “Our whole team here at Deliveroo are delighted that our rapid growth in Basingstoke over the past three years means that customers have more choice, restaurants are able to increase their revenue, and riders have opportunity to choose well-paid, flexible work.”

Deliveroo provides a service from a variety of leading, independent and best-loved chain restaurants, conveniently delivered to their homes and offices.