Crispy Japanese Katsu Bowls with Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce

Enjoy flavorful Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce, a satisfying comfort food that can be customized for chicken, pork, or tofu.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cutlets

4 pieces Chicken or Pork Cutlets Flattened to ½-inch thickness.
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Can substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
½ cup Flour Whole wheat or gluten-free flour can be used.
2 large Eggs Or a flax egg for a vegan alternative.

For Seasoning

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
¼ cup Oil Vegetable or canola oil for frying.

For the Base

4 cups Steamed White Rice Can substitute with brown rice or cauliflower rice.

For the Tonkatsu Sauce

½ cup Ketchup
¼ cup Worcestershire Sauce
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

Frying pan
Shallow Bowls
Meat Mallet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Flatten chicken or pork cutlets to ½-inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
Create a breading station with three shallow bowls (flour, beaten eggs, panko breadcrumbs).
Heat oil in a frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the cutlets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Mix tonkatsu sauce ingredients in a small bowl, adjusting sweetness to liking.
Assemble bowls with rice, sliced cutlets, and drizzle with tonkatsu sauce.
Serve immediately for best flavor and crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure oil is at the correct temperature for crispy cutlets. Adjust tonkatsu sauce to preference before serving.

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