Description
Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce are a delightful fusion of crispy texture and savory flavor that you can easily create at home. The dish features perfectly seasoned, panko-crusted beef or chicken cutlets, fried to golden perfection and served over a bed of fluffy Japanese rice. Topped with a homemade tonkatsu sauce that balances tanginess and sweetness, these bowls are not just meals—they’re an experience that brings the comforting essence of Japanese cuisine to your table. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe is versatile enough for personal twists. Add your favorite veggies for extra crunch and color, making each bowl as unique as you are.
Ingredients
- 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
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 green onion, sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Season the beef or chicken with salt and pepper.
- Dredge in flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry each cutlet for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Place a generous scoop of rice in a bowl.
- Slice the crispy katsu into strips and arrange on top of the rice.
- Drizzle with homemade tonkatsu sauce.
- Garnish with shredded cabbage, green onions, and sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Ensure oil is hot enough before frying by testing with a breadcrumb; it should sizzle upon contact. Customize with various vegetables such as shredded carrots or radishes for added nutrition.