Pork Tonkatsu
Crispy breaded pork cutlets served with shredded cabbage and a tangy brown sauce.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
2
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Pork loin chops
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 1 pinch Salt and black pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons Tonkatsu sauce
- 2 cups Shredded cabbage(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make small incisions in the connective tissue between the meat and fat to prevent curling during frying.
- 2
Pound the pork cutlets with a meat mallet to an even 1/2-inch thickness and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 3
Dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Carefully place the pork in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain on a wire rack or paper towels for 2 minutes.
- 7
Slice into strips and serve with tonkatsu sauce and shredded cabbage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
520
kcal
Protein
35
g
Carbs
28
g
Fat
30
g
Fiber
2
g
Sugar
5
g
Sodium
850
mg
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