Best 2 Ahi Katsu Recipes

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**Ahi Katsu: A Hawaiian Take on a Japanese Classic**

Ahi katsu is a delectable Hawaiian dish that combines the best of Japanese and Hawaiian flavors. This unique dish features tender ahi tuna coated in panko breadcrumbs and fried to a golden crisp. The result is a flavorful and juicy katsu that pairs perfectly with a variety of dipping sauces, including tonkatsu sauce, tartar sauce, or a simple soy-ginger sauce. This article provides three different recipes for ahi katsu, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe is a classic ahi katsu made with panko breadcrumbs and fried until golden brown. The second recipe uses a tempura batter for a lighter and crispier katsu. The third recipe is a spicy ahi katsu that uses a combination of panko breadcrumbs and crushed chili peppers for a flavorful and slightly spicy dish. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AHI KATSU



Ahi Katsu image

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
4 eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Oil, for frying
2 pounds ahi fillets, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons furikake

Steps:

  • Stir together the mayonnaise and teriyaki sauce in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Mix flour, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Beat eggs in a second mixing bowl. Put panko in a third mixing bowl.
  • Heat several inches oil in a Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Dip each ahi fillet into flour mixture, then egg wash, then panko. Deep-fry ahi fillets until golden brown or medium rare, about 3 minutes. Cut fillets into small pieces. Drizzle with teriyaki mayo and sprinkle with furikake.

AHI KATSU WITH WASABI GINGER BUTTER SAUCE



Ahi Katsu With Wasabi Ginger Butter Sauce image

Oh, this just sounded sinfully delicious when I received it in an email from gourmet-recipes-from-aound-the-world. A bit fiddly but I suspect worth every moment. This is one reserved for the innermost circle LOL! Thank you Fawnette!

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces ahi
4 nori
1 bunch spinach, stemmed and diced
2 cups panko breadcrumbs (Janese breadcrumbs)
2 eggs
1 ounce water
1 cup flour
1 quart vegetable oil
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 shallot, chopped
1 inch ginger, chopped
1 tablespoon wasabi
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 ounce heavy cream
1 ounce shoyu
4 ounces unsalted butter, cut into 1 ounce cubes

Steps:

  • For the Wasabi Ginger Butter Sauce:.
  • Put shallot, ginger, wasabi and rice vinegar in sauce pan on medium high heat and allow vinegar to reduce to about 1 tablespoon. Add cream and reduce by one half. Add shoyu and turn heat to low. Whisk in butter cubes one at a time until incorporated. Remove from heat.
  • For the Tuna:.
  • Cut ahi into pieces as long as a nori wrapper and 1 inch thick. Spread nori sheets out. Line with spinach. Place one piece of ahi on each sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Top again with spinach. Roll and seal with water.
  • Beat eggs with water and flour. Consistency should be the same as pancake batter. Put flour in one plate and panko in another. Roll wrapped ahi into flour, then into batter mixture and then into the panko breading making sure all parts are covered. Deep fry in hot oil. Turn constantly to allow even browning. Remove and slice.
  • Place about 1 ounce of Wasabi-ginger Sauce on plate. Slice ahi rolls into pieces and arrange on sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2629.1, Fat 252.6, SaturatedFat 46.8, Cholesterol 198.6, Sodium 929.7, Carbohydrate 67.6, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.1, Protein 30.3

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest ahi tuna possible. Look for tuna that is bright red in color and has a firm texture.
  • Cut the tuna against the grain. This will help to make the ahi katsu more tender.
  • Use a light coating of panko breadcrumbs. This will help to keep the ahi katsu from becoming too heavy.
  • Fry the ahi katsu in hot oil until it is golden brown. This will help to create a crispy crust.
  • Serve the ahi katsu with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include tonkatsu sauce, tartar sauce, and spicy mayo.

Conclusion:

Ahi katsu is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With its crispy crust and tender interior, ahi katsu is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy ahi tuna, give ahi katsu a try.

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