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japanese katsu bowls with tonkatsu sauce

25-Minute Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce Recipe


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Crispy Japanese pork cutlets served over rice with tonkatsu sauce, a simple and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pork loin chops (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked short-grain rice
  • 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat each chop in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and press into panko.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
  4. Drain on paper towels, then slice into strips.
  5. Divide rice between bowls. Top with cabbage and pork.
  6. Drizzle with tonkatsu sauce.

Notes

  • Use thin-cut pork for faster cooking.
  • Double-fry for extra crispiness.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 720
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 82g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: katsu, tonkatsu, japanese pork cutlet, rice bowl