Description
Craving a satisfying, quick dinner idea with a crunch? This Japanese Katsu Bowl with Tonkatsu Sauce delivers golden, crispy pork cutlets over fluffy white rice, topped with a sweet and savory tonkatsu drizzle. It’s a flavorful, easy dinner recipe perfect for a weeknight or special occasion. Whether you’re looking for comfort food ideas, an easy recipe with Asian flair, or just a quick dinner fix, this katsu bowl fits the bill. Add your own spin with chicken or tofu for variation and enjoy a bowl that brings Japanese restaurant flavors right to your home.
Ingredients
2 boneless pork loin cutlets
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup tonkatsu sauce
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onions (for garnish)
1 tablespoon Japanese mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions
1. Pound the pork cutlets to 1/2 inch thickness for even cooking.
2. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate dishes.
3. Coat each cutlet first in flour, then in egg, and finally in panko, pressing to adhere.
4. Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat to 350°F (175°C).
5. Fry the breaded cutlets 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
6. Drain on paper towels and let rest for 2 minutes.
7. Slice the cutlets into strips.
8. In serving bowls, layer cooked rice and top with sliced cutlets.
9. Drizzle with tonkatsu sauce and optional Japanese mayo.
10. Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve warm.
Notes
Let the cutlets rest before slicing to keep the meat juicy.
Make sure the oil is hot enough (350°F) to prevent soggy breading.
For a lighter version, air-fry or oven-bake the breaded cutlets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: easy recipe, Japanese katsu, quick dinner, crispy pork, rice bowl