Description
Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce are a savory, crispy delight that brings the flavors of Japan to your kitchen. Featuring tenderly breaded pork cutlets served over warm rice and drizzled with rich tonkatsu sauce, this dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting meal at home. It’s easy to make and offers endless customization options, making it a favorite for both casual dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce
- 2 cups cooked short-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients.
- Rinse and pat dry the pork chops, then pound them to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each pork chop in flour, dip into egg, then coat thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat enough vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat to cover the bottom. Fry the breaded chops until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes each side).
- Serve by placing rice in bowls, topping with katsu slices, drizzling with tonkatsu sauce, and sprinkling sliced green onions on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg