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A close-up shot of the crispy tonkatsu pork cutlet, showing the texture of the panko breading used in the Japanese Katsu Bowl recipe.
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Japanese Katsu Bowl Recipe (The Crispiest!)

Learn how to make the crispiest Japanese Katsu Bowl (Katsudon) at home! This recipe features a perfectly fried pork cutlet over rice with a delicious homemade tonkatsu sauce. A 30-minute meal that's pure comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 750
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Katsu Bowl
  • 2 boneless pork loin cutlets about 1/2-inch thick
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups steamed rice for serving
For the Katsu Sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 3 Shallow Dishes for Breading
  • 1 Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. Pat the pork cutlets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Place flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs in three separate shallow dishes. Dredge each pork cutlet first in flour, then egg, and finally press firmly into the panko to coat completely.
  3. Heat about an inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the breaded cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack to drain.
  4. While the pork rests, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
  5. Slice the rested pork katsu into 1-inch strips. Serve over a bowl of hot steamed rice and drizzle generously with the katsu sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 750kcalProtein: 40gFat: 35gFiber: 4g

Notes

Tip 1: For the crispiest results, let the breaded pork cutlets sit for 5 minutes before frying to help the coating adhere.
Tip 2: Ensure your oil temperature is stable. Frying in batches can help prevent the temperature from dropping too much.
Tip 3: Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
Keyword katsudon,pork cutlet,tonkatsu

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