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A vibrant bowl featuring golden crispy breaded pork cutlet sliced atop fluffy white rice, drizzled with dark glossy homemade tonkatsu sauce, garnished with sliced green onions and shredded cabbage, styled on a rustic wooden table with a light background

Crispy Japanese Katsu Bowls with Rich Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce

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A flavorful Japanese-inspired dish featuring crispy breaded pork cutlets atop rice, topped with savory tonkatsu sauce and fresh garnishes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless pork loin chops
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • Shredded cabbage and sliced green onions for garnish
  • Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce (see notes below)

Instructions

  1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge each chop in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry breaded pork until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  4. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Slice pork into strips and serve atop bowls of warm jasmine rice.
  6. Drizzle with homemade tonkatsu sauce and garnish with shredded cabbage and green onions.

Notes

  • For the tonkatsu sauce, mix 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Frying, assembly
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 620 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 72g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg