Description
Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce deliver a delectable fusion of crispy chicken and savory sauce that is sure to impress at any dinner table. These bowls feature golden-brown, breaded chicken cutlets served over fluffy rice and drizzled with rich tonkatsu sauce, making them perfect for both family gatherings and cozy weeknight meals. With easy preparation and customizable options, this dish is ideal for busy cooks looking to create something special without the stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp mirin or rice vinegar
- 1 tsp mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to 1/2 inch thickness.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot. Fry the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, mirin (or vinegar), and mustard to prepare the tonkatsu sauce.
- Slice the cooked katsu and serve over steamed rice or noodles, drizzling generously with tonkatsu sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg