Tokyo Recipes by Nadia

Tonkatsu

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Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside! This homemade Tonkatsu is easier than you think. You can also make this recipe with chicken instead of pork. The Worcestershire sauce and ketchup sauce goes perfectly with it.
Tonkatsu
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COOKING TIME

20 minutes

RATE
Zono
Artist

Zono

Realizing the importance of food through a family illness, I decided to pursue a career as a nutritionist. After earning my license as a registered dietitian, I worked as a cooking instructor, provided diet guidance, and developed healthy recipes. In 2021, I moved to the U.S., and after gaining weight during life abroad, I began following my own recipes to lose weight. Now, I focus on creating and sharing delicious recipes that can be enjoyed even while dieting—helping others lose weight without stress.

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INGREDIENTS

SERVES 2

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.

  • 2 pork loin chops (about 2 cm thick)
  • as needed salt
  • as needed pepper
  • as needed panko breadcrumbs
  • for frying oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour

DIRECTIONS

  • 1

    Make a few small cuts in the pork loin chops to prevent it from shrinking. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

    Tonkatsu Process1
  • 2

    Add water to the egg and mix well. Gradually add the egg mixture to the all-purpose flour while mixing to make a batter.

    Tonkatsu Process2
  • 3

    Coat the pork with the batter, then coat both sides with panko breadcrumbs.

    Tonkatsu Process3
  • 4

    Deep-fry in oil at about 180°C (350°F) for 2–3 minutes. Flip and fry for another 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.

    Tonkatsu Process4

RecipeID

1266

Tips & Notes

Adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the meat. This coating is also delicious on vegetables, not just pork cutlets. If you can't find panko breadcrumbs, simply blend fresh bread into fine crumbs and use them instead.

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