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Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce Recipe

Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce Recipe

Crispy Japanese katsu served over steamed rice and topped with rich tonkatsu sauce. This comforting bowl meal is flavorful, satisfying, and perfect for a homemade Japanese-style dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Bowl Meals, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Cooked white rice steamed
  • 2 pieces Chicken breast boneless, flattened
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour for breading
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Japanese style
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil for frying
  • ½ tsp Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup Tonkatsu sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Cabbage finely shredded
  • 2 tbsp Green onions sliced, garnish
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Frying pan Deep, heavy-bottom
  • 1 Saucepan For tonkatsu sauce
  • 1 Mixing bowl Breading station
  • 1 Tongs For frying
  • 1 Knife Sharp
  • 1 Cutting board For prep

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
  2. Coat chicken in flour, then dip in beaten eggs.
  3. Press chicken into panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Fry breaded chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Remove chicken and drain on paper towels.
  7. Slice the crispy katsu into strips.
  8. Divide steamed rice between serving bowls.
  9. Top rice with sliced katsu and shredded cabbage.
  10. Drizzle generously with tonkatsu sauce.
  11. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Video

Notes

  • Pork cutlets can be used instead of chicken.
  • Maintain oil temperature for extra crispy katsu.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Leftover katsu can be reheated in an oven or air fryer.