Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and savory delight of Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce. This simple yet satisfying dish features perfectly breaded beef or chicken cutlets served over a bed of fluffy rice, drizzled with a rich, homemade sauce that sings with umami flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, these katsu bowls offer a restaurant-quality experience right in the comfort of your home. Enjoy the crispy texture and customizable toppings like shredded cabbage and green onions that make each bowl uniquely yours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- 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
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice
- Optional: shredded cabbage, green onion, toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Season the beef or chicken with salt and pepper.
- 2. Dredge in flour, dip into beaten egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- 3. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- 4. Fry each cutlet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 5. For the tonkatsu sauce, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.
- 6. To assemble the bowls, place a scoop of rice in each bowl, top with sliced katsu, drizzle with tonkatsu sauce, and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg