Best 6 Japanese Style Crispy Pork Recipes

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**Japanese Style Crispy Pork: A Culinary Journey of Flavors and Textures**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Japanese-style crispy pork, a culinary delight that combines the essence of Japanese cuisine with the irresistible crunch of perfectly fried pork. This delectable dish, often served as an appetizer or main course, takes you on a journey of taste and texture, balancing the savory richness of the pork with a symphony of aromatic spices and a crispy coating that shatters with every bite. Explore a collection of recipes that showcase the versatility of crispy pork, from the classic panko-crusted tonkatsu to creative variations featuring flavorful marinades and unique dipping sauces. Whether you prefer the traditional approach or seek a modern twist, these recipes offer a delightful array of options to satisfy your craving for crispy pork goodness.

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

JAPANESE-STYLE CRISPY FRIED PORK BOWL (TONKATSU DONBURI)



Japanese-Style Crispy Fried Pork Bowl (Tonkatsu Donburi) image

Recipe for a popular Japanese rice bowl, also known as Katsudon. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Provided by otaku

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Japanese

Time 32m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅔ cup prepared dashi stock
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
2 teaspoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 (3 ounce) fried breaded pork chops, sliced into long strips
2 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups cooked short-grain rice

Steps:

  • Mix dashi, sugar, mirin, soy sauce, and salt together in a small bowl.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in dashi mixture. Lay pork slices carefully on top of the onions. Drizzle eggs around the slices. Cover skillet and cook until eggs are set, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide rice between 2 bowls. Top each with half the onions, eggs, and pork slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.2 calories, Carbohydrate 58.1 g, Cholesterol 266.8 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 1223.9 mg, Sugar 8 g

TONKATSU (JAPANESE FRIED PORK CUTLET)



Tonkatsu (Japanese Fried Pork Cutlet) image

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.

JAPANESE-STYLE CRISPY PORK



Japanese-Style Crispy Pork image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound thin-cut boneless pork chops or cutlets, trimmed
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine, sake or sherry
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated peeled ginger
2 medium cucumbers
1/2 to 1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
3 large eggs
2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
3/4 cup cornstarch
Peanut oil, for frying
1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce (a sweet-spicy Japanese dipping sauce, sold near the soy sauce; or make your own by mixing 2 tablespoons each ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and sugar with 1 tablespoon water.)

Steps:

  • Season the pork with salt. Mix the rice wine and 1 teaspoon ginger and spread on the pork. Stack the pork and set aside.
  • Peel, quarter and seed the cucumbers; cut into 4-inch spears. Toss with the sugar and vinegar. Toast the pepper flakes with 1 tablespoon salt in a skillet over medium heat, about 4 minutes; set aside.
  • Beat the eggs with 1/2 cup water in a shallow bowl. Put the panko and cornstarch in 2 separate shallow bowls. Dredge each piece of pork in cornstarch, dip in egg, then coat with the panko. Heat 1/4 inch of peanut oil in a large skillet over high heat. Fry the pork in batches until golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Sprinkle the cucumbers with some of the spiced salt. Mix the tonkatsu sauce and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon ginger in a bowl. Serve the pork with the cucumbers and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 170 milligrams, Sodium 1388 milligrams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 30 grams

TONKATSU WITH HOMEMADE SAUCE



Tonkatsu with Homemade Sauce image

Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlets) is one of the most popular dishes in Japan. It's commonly served with a bottled sauce (Bull Dog is a beloved brand), but making a homemade version is simple and quick. Slice the cabbage that accompanies the pork as thinly as possible and keep it cold until ready to serve for the best contrast in taste and texture.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon mirin
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Four 1/2-inch-thick boneless pork chops or cutlets (about 4 ounces each; see Cook's Note), patted dry
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Neutral-flavored oil, such as vegetable or canola, for pan-frying
Steamed white rice
6 green cabbage leaves, julienned or finely shredded (see Cook's Note)
8 tomato wedges, optional
8 thin slices peeled cucumber, optional

Steps:

  • For the sauce: Stir together the ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mirin, sugar, Dijon and garlic powder in a small bowl. Set aside while you prepare the pork.
  • For the pork: Put the flour in a shallow bowl. Whisk the egg with a small splash of water in a second shallow bowl. Add the panko to a deep dish.
  • Lightly pound each piece of pork with a meat mallet, then generously sprinkle on both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge one cutlet in the flour, coating completely, then shake off any excess. Dip it in the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, then coat with the panko, gently pressing it into the panko so the crumbs stick. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining cutlets.
  • Heat about 1/3 inch oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until it shimmers. Add 2 of the cutlets and cook until golden brown on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip the pieces over and cook until almost cooked through but still pink, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer the cutlets to a paper towel-lined cutting board, sprinkle with salt and tent with foil to keep warm. Repeat with the 2 remaining cutlets.
  • For serving: Slice the cutlets crosswise into 1/2-inch strips. Place a sliced cutlet on each plate along with a scoop of rice, a mound of cabbage and 2 tomato wedges and/or cucumber slices, if using. Drizzle the cutlets with the sauce and serve with extra sauce on the side.

JAPANESE-STYLE CRISPY PORK



Japanese-Style Crispy Pork image

Thin, crispy pork cutlets breaded with panko served with a side of spicy cucumbers and sauce. From the May 2010 Food Network Magazine. Tip from the magazine: To make your own dipping sauce, mix 2 tablespoons each ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and sugar with 1 tablespoon water.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb thin-cut boneless pork chops or 1 lb pork cutlet, trimmed
kosher salt
2 tablespoons rice wine, sake or 2 tablespoons sherry wine
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated peeled ginger
2 medium cucumbers
1/2-1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
3 large eggs
2 cups panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
3/4 cup cornstarch
peanut oil, for frying
1/4 cup Tonkatsu sauce (a sweet-spicy Japanese dipping sauce, see above to make your own)

Steps:

  • Season the pork with salt. Mix the rice wine and 1 teaspoon ginger and spread on the pork. Stack the pork and set aside.
  • Peel, quarter and seed the cucumbers; cut into 4-inch spears. Toss with the sugar and vinegar. Toast the pepper flakes with 1 tablespoon salt in a skillet over medium heat, about 4 minutes; set aside.
  • Beat the eggs with 1/2 cup water in a shallow bowl. Put the panko and cornstarch in 2 separate shallow bowls. Dredge each piece of pork in cornstarch, dip in egg, then coat with panko. Heat 1/4 inch of peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork in batches until golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Sprinkle the cucumbers with some of the spiced salt. Mix the tonkatsu sauce and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon ginger in a bowl. Serve the pork with the cucumbers and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.9, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 215.5, Sodium 508.7, Carbohydrate 68.3, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 6.6, Protein 37.6

JAPANESE STYLE PORK BBQ - PORK YAKINIKU



Japanese Style Pork BBQ - Pork Yakiniku image

In Japan, barbecue is popular. It is however different from the American style barbecue. Beef, pork, chicken are usually thinly sliced for quick grilling and are grilled indoors. The diners sit around the table with the grill in the middle and pieces are quickly grilled and eaten at the table a few pieces at a time. This type of barbecue is called yakiniku which translates to grilled meat. People outside of Japan are sometimes familiar with yakitori, a skewered chicken pieces, usually marinated and grilled. If you cannot find mirin easily, substitute sake or sherry with a bit of honey.

Provided by Rinshinomori

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb pork loin (about 230 grams) or 1/2 lb tenderloin (about 230 grams)
1 1/2 tablespoons miso (red or white)
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons mirin
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons roasted and partially ground sesame seeds
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
pepper

Steps:

  • Slice pork into approximately 2 1/2 to 3 inch long, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inch wide and 1/4 inch thick.
  • Roast sesame seeds in a frying pan by heating the pan on medium. When you hear 2-3 pops, remove from heat. Partially grind sesame seeds using mortar and pestle or coffee grinder.
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and marinate pork slices for 6-8 hours. Keep in the refrigerator.
  • Remove meat slices from the marinade and grill quickly on a medium heat, about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes per side to your liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.3, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 1333.4, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 10.7, Protein 27

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: A pork shoulder or pork loin is ideal for this recipe as they have a good amount of fat that will render out during cooking, resulting in crispy and juicy meat.
  • Score the pork: Scoring the pork before cooking helps the marinade to penetrate deeper into the meat, resulting in more flavorful pork.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade for this recipe is made with a combination of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and garlic. You can also add other ingredients to the marinade, such as ginger, green onions, or sesame seeds, to taste.
  • Cook the pork over medium heat: Cooking the pork over medium heat allows the meat to cook evenly without burning.
  • Fry the pork until crispy: The pork should be fried until it is crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside. This will take about 10-12 minutes per side.

Conclusion:

This Japanese-style crispy pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The pork is tender and juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, and the flavorful marinade adds a delicious umami flavor. Serve the pork with rice, vegetables, and a dipping sauce of your choice.

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