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Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce

Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce
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Craving a crispy and savory meal? Look no further than these Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce! This delightful dish features golden-brown, panko-crusted beef or chicken cutlets served over a bed of warm, steamed rice and drizzled with a homemade tonkatsu sauce that balances sweet and tangy flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a hit with both kids and adults. With its comforting combination of crunchy katsu and fluffy rice, you’ll want to keep this satisfying dish in your weekly rotation!

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless beef chops or chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 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
  • 2 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice
  • Shredded cabbage for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the beef or chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip into beaten egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the coated cutlets for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder to make the tonkatsu sauce.
  4. Assemble the bowl by placing warm rice at the base, topping it with sliced katsu, drizzling with tonkatsu sauce, and garnishing with shredded cabbage.

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