Dive into this delicious Crunchy Katsu Bowl topped with homemade Tonkatsu sauce! Perfectly breaded pork chops add a satisfying crunch to a bed of sticky Japanese rice, complemented by fresh vegetables like shredded cabbage and julienned carrots. Whip up the savory Tonkatsu sauce in just minutes for a burst of flavor. This dish not only looks great but tastes amazing too! Perfect for dinner any night of the week. Enjoy a taste of Japan at home!
For the Tonkatsu Sauce:
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon mirin (sweet rice wine)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Katsu:
4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Bowl:
4 cups cooked sticky Japanese rice
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 carrot, julienned
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
Pickled ginger, for garnish (optional)
Sesame seeds, for garnish