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Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce

A delightful fusion of crispy textures and savory flavors that will transport you straight to Japan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces boneless beef chops or chicken breasts (pounded thin) Choose your preferred protein.
  • to taste salt and pepper Essential seasonings.
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour For dredging the cutlets.
  • 1 large egg (beaten) Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Creates a light, crispy exterior.
  • as needed vegetable oil For frying.
  • ¼ cup ketchup Primary ingredient in tonkatsu sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Adds umami flavor.
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 tbsp mirin or rice vinegar Gives sweetness and tang.
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar Sweetens the sauce.
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional) Adds a hint of spice.
  • as needed cooked white or brown rice Base for the dish.
  • as needed shredded cabbage or lettuce Provides crunch.
  • as needed optional toppings green onions, sesame seeds, pickled ginger, fried egg.

Method
 

  1. Season your chosen beef or chicken cutlets generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes. Dip each cutlet first into flour, then coat it in beaten egg before rolling it in panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
  2. Heat about half an inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Carefully place each breaded cutlet into the hot oil and fry for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden-brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, mirin (or rice vinegar), brown sugar, and Dijon mustard if using. Stir continuously while simmering for about 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened; then remove from heat.
  4. Slice your fried cutlets into strips for serving. Divide cooked rice among individual bowls as a base layer; arrange sliced katsu on top and drizzle with tonkatsu sauce.
  5. Add shredded cabbage or lettuce atop each serving along with any desired toppings like green onions, sesame seeds, pickled ginger, or a fried egg. Enjoy hot!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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