Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu (Print-Friendly Version)
Crispy panko-crusted pork or chicken with sweet-tangy tonkatsu sauce, served over rice with fresh cabbage for a satisfying meal.
# Ingredients List:
→ Katsu
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2 boneless pork chops or chicken breasts, pounded thin
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Tonkatsu Sauce
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¼ cup ketchup
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2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp mirin or rice vinegar
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
→ Bowl Ingredients
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Steamed white or brown rice
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Thinly shredded cabbage
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Optional toppings: green onions, sesame seeds, pickled ginger, fried egg
# How to Make It:
01 -
Pound the pork or chicken to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Coat in flour, then egg, then panko.
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Heat oil in a skillet and fry the cutlets for 3–4 minutes per side, until crisp and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel or wire rack.
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In a small saucepan, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
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Spoon warm rice into each bowl. Slice the katsu and arrange on top. Drizzle generously with tonkatsu sauce. Add shredded cabbage and preferred toppings.
# Extra Tips:
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Pound the meat evenly for uniform cooking.
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Use panko for the crispiest crust.
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Let breaded cutlets rest for 5–10 minutes before frying to maximize crispiness.
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Keep oil between 340–350°F to ensure an even golden brown crust.
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Customize with tofu or eggplant for a vegetarian alternative.