Description
Discover how to make Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce, a comforting and flavorful dish featuring crispy fried pork cutlets over rice with a savory sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups cooked rice (jasmine or short-grain rice recommended)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or mixed vegetables
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce
- Optional toppings: green onions, sesame seeds, or pickled ginger
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and ensure the rice is cooked and warm.
- Pound the Pork: Use a meat mallet to pound the pork chops to about 1/2 inch thickness for even cooking and tenderness.
- Season the Meat: Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the pork chops.
- Set Up Breading Station: Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat the Pork: Dredge each pork chop in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry the Katsu: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble the Bowls: Place cooked rice in bowls, top with shredded cabbage or vegetables, and add sliced katsu. Drizzle with tonkatsu sauce and add optional toppings.
Notes
- Use high-quality, well-marbled pork chops for best flavor and tenderness.
- Ensure panko breadcrumbs are fresh for maximum crispiness.
- Test oil temperature by dropping a small piece of bread; it should sizzle when ready.
- Adjust tonkatsu sauce sweetness to your preference by adding a bit of honey or sugar.
- Garnish with vibrant ingredients like green onions or sesame seeds for visual appeal and added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: N/A