Authentic Japanese Tonkatsu with Homemade Katsu Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the crispy goodness of deep-fried tonkatsu, a popular Japanese dish, with a side of tangy homemade katsu sauce. This recipe will guide you through creating the perfect tonkatsu with a crunchy coating and juicy pork cutlet, paired with a flavorful sauce that complements the dish perfectly.

Ingredients

• 4 pork loin chops
• Salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

Directions

1. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Dredge each pork chop in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the pork chops until golden brown and cooked through.
4. In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and ginger. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Slice tonkatsu into strips and serve with katsu sauce on the side.

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