Best 4 Japanese Breaded Pork Cutlet With Sweet Tomato Soy Sauce Recipes

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**Japanese Breaded Pork Cutlet with Sweet Tomato Soy Sauce: A Culinary Journey to Japan**

Embark on a delightful culinary adventure to Japan with our Japanese Breaded Pork Cutlet recipe, also known as Tonkatsu. This beloved dish features tender and juicy pork cutlets coated in golden-brown breadcrumbs, then drizzled with a tantalizingly sweet tomato soy sauce. Accompanying the main course are two equally delectable recipes: fluffy Japanese steamed rice and a refreshing miso soup. Together, these dishes create a harmonious and authentic Japanese dining experience. Tonkatsu, with its crispy exterior and succulent interior, is a symphony of flavors and textures, while the sweet tomato soy sauce adds a unique and tangy twist. The steamed rice provides a comforting base for the savory cutlet, and the miso soup, with its umami-rich broth and delicate tofu, offers a soothing balance. Prepare to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TONKATSU (JAPANESE PORK CUTLET)



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Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this is the best homemade Tonkatsu (Japanese Pork Cutlet) recipe that my family loves!

Provided by Namiko Chen

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 boneless pork loin chops (½ inch thick)
½ tsp kosher salt (Diamond Crystal; use half for table salt)
⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 cups neutral-flavored oil (vegetable, rice bran, canola, etc.) ((for deep-frying; I recommend 1¾-2 inches (5 cm) of oil in the pot))
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (plain flour)
1 large egg (50 g w/o shell)
½ Tbsp neutral-flavored oil (vegetable, rice bran, canola, etc.) ((for the egg))
½ cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
¼ head cabbage ((optional; tonkatsu is typically served with shredded cabbage))
1 Persian or Japanese cucumber
2 Tbsp Japanese sesame dressing ((for my homemade recipe, click here))
1 Tbsp toasted white sesame seeds ((optional))
1 Tbsp toasted black sesame seeds ((optional))
4 Tbsp tonkatsu sauce

Steps:

  • Gather all the ingredients. For Tonkatsu, I highly recommend getting fresh panko (we call it nama panko) from a Japanese grocery store. If you can't get it, follow my instructions to make fresh panko. Make sure to use a Japanese brand of panko from Japan. Western "panko breadcrumbs" are a bit different from authentic Japanese panko.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 131 mg, Sodium 491 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 29 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TONKATSU (JAPANESE FRIED PORK CUTLET)



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Breaded, deep fried crispy pork cutlet is one of the top 10 favourite dishes among Japanese people. Quite easy to make and served with a sweet fruity sauce, it is so delicious. Tonkatsu is also the main ingredient of Katsudon.

Provided by Yumiko

Categories     Main

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 x 200g ((3.9oz) pork loin about 2cm (¾") thick (note 1))
Salt & pepper
1½ tbsp flour
1 egg beaten
⅔ cup panko breadcrumbs
Oil for deep frying
Shredded cabbage
Sprigs of parsley
Tomato wedges
Lemon slices/wedges
Bulldog tonkatsu sauce ((note 4))

Steps:

  • If there is connecting tissue separating red meat and a band of fat, cut the tissue every 2-3cm (1"). This will prevent the meat from curling when cooked. Lightly pound the pork to tenderise.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper on both sides of meat.
  • Coat the meat with flour, egg, then breadcrumbs.
  • Heat oil to 170C (338F) (note 2) and fry the meat for 2 minutes. Turnover and fry further 1.5 - 2 minutes (note 3) until it becomes golden brown.
  • Turn over again and fry for about 1 minute until deep golden brown, then put aside on kitchen paper.
  • Cut each tonkatsu into 2cm (¾") wide strips.
  • If you are making tonkatsu for katsu-don, go to Katsu-don instructions.
  • Serve with shredded cabbage and Bulldog tonkatsu sauce.

TONKATSU SHOYU RAMEN (PORK CUTLET SOY SAUCE RAMEN)



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If you have ever wanted to make great authentic Japanese noodle house ramen, this recipe is for you. Great for singles with some cooking experience and a great everyday meal. Might take longer than the overall time without cooking experience. I rarely measure the amount of each ingredient due to the high number of small measurements used to save time.

Provided by bvncbvnc

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Japanese

Time 1h11m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 egg
1 ½ teaspoons spicy sesame oil
2 (1x3-inch) boneless pork chop slices
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds, divided
2 leaves fresh basil, chopped, divided
1 leaf fresh sage, chopped, divided
1 (3 ounce) package instant ramen noodles (such as Shirakiku®), seasoning packet discarded
3 tablespoons shredded dried kombu
1 ¾ tablespoons bonito soup stock (such as Hondashi®)
1 ¾ tablespoons soy sauce (shoyu)
½ teaspoon white miso paste with dashi
4 1/3-inch slices fish paste stick (naruto)
1 tablespoon tonkatsu sauce
1 tablespoon sushi ginger (shoga), finely chopped
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 pinch ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a small pot halfway with water. Bring to a boil; add egg and cook for 15 minutes. Drain. Run cold water over egg and let cool.
  • Pour sesame oil into a large skillet. Add pork slices. Cover pork with half the olive oil, sesame seeds, basil, and sage. Flip and cover pork with remaining olive oil, sesame seeds, basil, and sage.
  • Cook pork, covered, over medium-low heat, until evenly browned on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip and continue cooking until second side is browned, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add ramen noodles; cook for 3 minutes. Drain in a colander set in the sink; rinse noodles until water runs clear. Return noodles to the pot.
  • Stir kombu, bonito stock, soy sauce, and miso paste into the noodles. Cook, stirring with chopsticks, over medium heat, until miso paste is dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer noodles to a bowl.
  • Peel and cut egg in half lengthwise. Top noodles with egg, pork slices, and fish paste slices. Garnish with tonkatsu sauce, ginger, green onion, and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1406.4 calories, Carbohydrate 90 g, Cholesterol 320.8 mg, Fat 81.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 75.6 g, SaturatedFat 22.5 g, Sodium 3660.2 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

TONKATSU (JAPANESE-STYLE CRISPY FRIED PORK CUTLETS)



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Recipe for popular Japanese-style fried pork. Serve plain with Japanese-style barbeque sauce or serve on top of curry, ramen, udon, and more!

Provided by otaku

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Japanese

Time 24m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 boneless pork chops, trimmed of excess fat
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 egg
½ teaspoon soy sauce
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup panko bread crumbs
oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place pork chops on a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk egg and soy sauce together in a small bowl.
  • Place flour on a small plate and panko in another. Dredge a pork chop in the flour, pressing it in using your fingertips to cover all crevices along the surface. Turn to evenly coat all sides.
  • Dip the pork into the egg mixture, coating completely. Transfer immediately to the bowl of panko, pressing in to evenly coat. Repeat process with the second pork chop.
  • Heat oil in a wide pan or wok on medium-high heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lower a pork chop into the oil. Fry until bottom side is golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn; cook until other side turns golden and pork is slightly pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Pick up the cutlet and hold it on its side for a few seconds to let the oil drip off. Drain on a paper towel. Repeat with the second pork chop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 420.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • Tenderize the pork cutlets: Use a meat mallet or the back of a heavy knife to gently pound the pork cutlets until they are about 1/4 inch thick. This will help tenderize the meat and make it more receptive to the breading.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs are Japanese-style breadcrumbs that are made from white bread without the crusts. They are larger and flakier than regular breadcrumbs, which gives the pork cutlets a crispy, golden-brown coating.
  • Double-coat the pork cutlets: Dredge the pork cutlets in flour, then egg, and then panko breadcrumbs. This double-coating will help ensure that the breading stays on the pork cutlets during frying.
  • Fry the pork cutlets in shallow oil: Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork cutlets in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Make the sweet tomato soy sauce: Combine ketchup, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Conclusion:

Japanese breaded pork cutlet with sweet tomato soy sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork cutlets are tender and juicy, and the sweet tomato soy sauce is the perfect complement. Serve the pork cutlets with rice and your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.

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