Description
Indulge in the delight of homemade Japanese Katsu Bowls, a comforting dish that combines crispy chicken katsu, perfectly seasoned rice, and a flavorful tangy sauce. This easy recipe allows you to recreate a restaurant-quality favorite in your kitchen, making it ideal for family dinners or special occasions. With each bite, enjoy the satisfying crunch of panko-breaded chicken paired with tender rice and fresh vegetables. Elevate your dining experience with vibrant toppings and a drizzle of rich tonkatsu sauce that brings everything together beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (or beef loin)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups Japanese short-grain rice
- ¼ cup tonkatsu sauce
- Shredded cabbage and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse Japanese rice under cold water until clear, soak for 30 minutes, then cook in a saucepan with water.
- Pound chicken to an even thickness, season, and set up a breading station with flour, eggs, and panko.
- Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko before frying in hot oil until golden brown.
- Mix tonkatsu sauce ingredients together for dipping.
- Serve cooked rice topped with sliced katsu and garnished with cabbage, green onions, sesame seeds, and sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour and panko with gluten-free alternatives. Feel free to experiment by using different proteins like pork or tofu.