Description
Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce are a comforting culinary delight that combines crispy, panko-crusted chicken with fluffy rice and a rich, savory sauce. This dish offers a perfect blend of textures and flavors, making it an ideal choice for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating this beloved Japanese classic right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- ¼ cup tonkatsu sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and pat dry.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip into egg, then coat in panko.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the breaded chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels and slice the katsu.
- In serving bowls, place cooked rice, top with sliced katsu, drizzle with tonkatsu sauce, and garnish with green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg