Description
Japanese Katsu Bowl with Tonkatsu Sauce is a delightful fusion of crispy, golden-breaded chicken served over fluffy rice and drizzled with a sweet and tangy sauce. This dish transforms any meal into a culinary adventure, perfect for cozy evenings or lively gatherings. With its irresistible crunch and vibrant flavors, every bite offers a comforting experience that brings family and friends together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp mirin (optional)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about half an inch.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then press firmly into panko until fully covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, fry chicken until golden brown on both sides (4-5 minutes each).
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and mirin for the sauce.
- Serve hot rice topped with crispy katsu slices and drizzle generously with tonkatsu sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg