Katsudon
Katsudon is a delightful Japanese comfort dish that features a crispy pork cutlet served over fluffy rice and topped with a savory-sweet sauce. This iconic rice bowl is perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings, bringing warmth and joy to every bite. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, katsudon is sure to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork loin cutlet
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low-sodium)
- ¼ cup sake or mirin
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 2 cups cooked short-grain rice
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup dashi broth (or instant dashi powder)
Instructions
- Tenderize the pork loin cutlet to about half an inch thick, then season with salt and pepper.
- Bread each cutlet by dipping in flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the breaded cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In another pan, sauté sliced onions until soft, then add dashi broth, soy sauce, and sake or mirin to create the sauce.
- Slice the cooked cutlets into strips and place them on a bed of rice in bowls. Pour the onion sauce over the top and add beaten eggs until just set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 29g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg