Description
Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce are an irresistible culinary delight that combines crispy, golden-brown pork cutlet with fluffy rice and a sweet-tangy sauce. This comforting dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings family and friends together for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe is easy to follow and offers customizable options, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless pork loin chops (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup short-grain white rice
- 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions.
- Pound the pork chops between plastic wrap until about half an inch thick.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chop in flour, dip in egg, then coat evenly with panko.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each chop for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Assemble bowls: spoon rice into bowls, slice katsu on top, drizzle with tonkatsu sauce, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg