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Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce

Irresistible Japanese Katsu Bowls with Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce

Savor the delightful crunch of crispy chicken in Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce, delivering authentic flavors in every comforting bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Katsu
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts chicken thighs also work well
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs for crispy texture
  • 2 large Eggs can use egg substitute for vegan options
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour as an alternative
For the Tonkatsu Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce consider low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin or Rice Vinegar rice vinegar can replace mirin
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar white sugar or honey as substitutes
For Cooking
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil for frying
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice white or brown rice
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions as garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Shallow bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thickness.
  2. Dredge Chicken: Set up shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko. Coat chicken sequentially.
  3. Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil in skillet and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry Chicken: Fry the coated chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temp reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Make Tonkatsu Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, mirin (or rice vinegar), and brown sugar until smooth.
  6. Assemble Bowls: Slice fried chicken and serve on rice, drizzle with tonkatsu sauce, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure chicken is pounded evenly and monitor oil temperature for frying.

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