Description
Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce are a mouthwatering delight that brings together crispy, tender chicken and a perfect blend of sweet and tangy sauce. This comforting dish is ideal for family dinners or impressing guests with its vibrant presentation and satisfying flavors. Get ready to dive into a culinary experience that will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup tonkatsu sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions (for garnish)
- 4 cups steamed rice (jasmine or short-grain)
- Optional: steamed broccoli or shredded cabbage
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting chicken breasts into cutlets if thick.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one for seasoned flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip it in egg, then coat thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat enough oil (about 1/4 inch deep) in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the breaded cutlets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble bowls by serving katsu over steamed rice, garnished with sliced green onions and drizzled with tonkatsu sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 655
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 73g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 155mg