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Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce

Irresistibly Crispy Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce

Enjoy these Japanese Katsu Bowls featuring crispy cutlets and tangy Tonkatsu sauce—a perfect comfort meal.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: Comfort Food, Customizable, family dinner, Katsu, Quick Meal, Tonkatsu Sauce
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 650kcal

Equipment

  • large pan
  • three bowls for breading
  • whisk
  • meat mallet

Ingredients

For the Cutlets

  • 2 pieces Chicken or Pork Cutlets Pounded to ½ inch thickness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

For the Breading

  • 1 cup Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 pieces Eggs Whisked
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free panko if needed

For Frying

  • oil Neutral Oil Vegetable or canola recommended

For the Tonkatsu Sauce

  • ½ cup Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste

For Serving

  • 4 cups Steamed White Rice Consider brown rice for a healthier option
  • to taste Fresh Parsley or Green Onions Optional garnishes

Instructions

Instructions

  • Pound your chicken or pork to a uniform ½-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Set up three bowls for breading: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  • Coat each cutlet in flour, dip in the egg mixture, and then cover with panko breadcrumbs.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry cutlets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Mix together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sugar to create the tonkatsu sauce. Adjust sweetness to preference.
  • Assemble the bowls with steamed rice, sliced cutlets, and drizzle with tonkatsu sauce. Garnish with parsley or green onions.
  • Serve immediately while hot for the best crunch and flavor experience.

Notes

Optional: Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra flavor!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg