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Tonkatsu - Fried Pork Cutlet (Recipe + Video)

Published: Sep 23, 2024 by Cooking Japanese · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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The Crispy Delight of Tonkatsu

Our Tonkatsu recipe captures a beloved delicacy in Japanese cuisine. A flawlessly breaded, deep- fried pork cutlet with a wonderful contrast between its crispy outside and tender inside. Every cutlet is covered with panko breadcrumbs to provide a golden crispness that balances the pork's natural delicacy inside. Accompanying a wonderfully sweet and savory fruit-based sauce, this dish is appealing because it perfectly balances textures and flavors. The sauce not only accentuates the crunch of the breading but also blends wonderfully with the juiciness of the meat. Producing a rich in taste and tradition gastronomic experience. Those who value the great skill of Japanese cooking will find our Tonkatsu to be a real celebration of flavor thanks to its mix of crisp, tender, and sour components.

Your Tonkatsu Recipe

Using the correct ingredients and method will help you to create delicious Tonkatsu recipe right at home. To guarantee they remain tender and juicy during cooking, choose pork cutlets with faint fat marbling. Before fried to a golden crisp, the pork is covered in flour, dipped in whisked egg, then encusted with panko breadcrumbs. What distinguishes a great Tonkatsu is reaching that perfect crisp on the surface with a moist, savory within.

Tonkatsu

Tonkatsu: The Quintessential Yoshoku Dish

Tonkatsu, a breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, is a prime example of Yoshoku, a style of Western-influenced Japanese cuisine that emerged during the Meiji era. This dish illustrates how Western cooking techniques and ingredients can be harmoniously blended with Japanese culinary traditions. Typically it is served with a tangy, savory sauce and a side of shredded cabbage. Tonkatsu has transcended its Western origins to become a beloved staple in Japan. Its popularity underscores the adaptability and openness of Japanese cuisine to foreign influences. Making it a delightful fusion that captivates both traditional and modern palates.

Savory Tonkatsu Recipe with Many Flavors

The way Tonkatsu is presented around Japan really highlights its adaptability. Tonkatsu is always a gastronomic joy whether it's as a main dish topped with shredded cabbage, drenched in savory curry, stuffed in soft bread, or included in other creative cuisine. Every serving technique accentuates distinct facets of its delicious crunch and taste, therefore demonstrating Tonkatsu's versatility.

Tonkatsu

Cooking Japanese
Tonkatsu is the classic Japanese breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet. Our tonkatsu recipe is crisp on the surface and moist and savory within.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Pork Cutlets
  • 2 tablespoon Sake
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 3 Eggs
  • 2 cups Flour
  • 2 cups Panko Bread Crumbs
  • Tonkatsu Sauce

Instructions
 

  • Place pork cutlets on shallow tray.
  • Marinate in 2 tablespoon of sake for 2 minutes.
  • Dry in paper towel.
  • Cut slits in 1” sections and poke with fork, not cutting all the way through.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and beat to tenderize.
  • Add a pinch of salt and pepper to both sides of pork.
  • Whip 3 eggs and add 1 tablespoon of oil.
  • Coat pork in flour and egg 3 times.
  • Coat in panko bread crumbs.
  • Heat oil to 300℉ and fry for 10 minutes.
  • Flip and cook for 4 more minutes.
  • Remove when color is light brown.
  • Heat oil to 365℉ and fry for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
  • While frying, remove bubbles and crumbs.
  • Serve with tonkatsu sauce.
Keyword Pork, Tonkatsu
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