Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce
Craving a delightful, crispy meal that brings comfort and satisfaction? Look no further than Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce. This easy-to-make dish features panko-crusted beef or chicken cutlets, fluffy rice, and a tangy, savory sauce that ties it all together. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this katsu bowl will quickly become a household favorite. With its balance of textures and flavors, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and rich taste. Impress your loved ones with this homemade Japanese classic that’s both delicious and simple to prepare!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless beef chops or chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey (as a substitute for mirin)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
- Season beef or chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the cutlets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder to create the tonkatsu sauce.
- Serve by placing rice in bowls, topping with sliced katsu and drizzling with tonkatsu sauce. Garnish with shredded cabbage and sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg