Japanese-inspired Crunchy Pork Bowl

Try making this delicious Japanese-style Crispy Fried Pork Bowl, also known as Tonkatsu Donburi, at home. This dish features tender and juicy pork cutlets coated in a crispy panko breading, served on a bed of fluffy rice and topped with a sweet and savory sauce. It's a popular and satisfying meal in Japan, and now you can enjoy it in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients

• 2 pork cutlets (sliced thin)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1/4 cup shredded cabbage (optional)
• Tonkatsu sauce or Worcestershire sauce (for serving)
• Green onions (for garnish)

Directions

1. Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the pork cutlets.
2. Dredge the pork cutlets in flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Dip the cutlets into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
4. Coat the cutlets with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Fry the breaded pork cutlets until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
7. Transfer the cooked cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
8. In a serving bowl, place a scoop of cooked rice.
9. Add a portion of shredded cabbage (optional) on top of the rice.
10. Slice the fried pork cutlets into strips and arrange them on top of the cabbage.
11. Drizzle tonkatsu sauce or Worcestershire sauce over the pork cutlets.
12. Garnish with chopped green onions.
13. Serve the Tonkatsu Donburi hot and enjoy!

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