Katsudon
A crispy panko pork cutlet simmered with onion and egg in a sweet dashi sauce, served over steamed rice in a lacquer bowl.
Cuisines
Japanese
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Build a full meal around Katsudon
Get a matched combo of sides and accents
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 50 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Rice , short-grain Japanese |
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1 1/4 cups | Water |
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2 | Pork Chop , boneless |
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1/2 cup | Flour |
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2 | Egg |
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1 cup | Panko , breadcrumbs |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Black Pepper , to taste |
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1/2 cup | Vegetable oil |
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1 cup | Dashi stock |
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2 tablespoons | Soy sauce |
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2 tablespoons | Mirin |
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1 tablespoon | Sugar |
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1 | Onion , thinly sliced |
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2 | Green Onion , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then combine with 1 1/4 cups of water in a rice cooker. Cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 2 Season the pork chops with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 3 Dredge each pork chop in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- 4 Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the pork chops until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5 In a separate pan, combine dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 6 Add the sliced onion to the simmering sauce and cook until the onion is tender.
- 7 Slice the fried pork chops into strips and add them to the pan with the onion and sauce.
- 8 Beat the remaining egg and pour it over the pork and onion mixture. Cover and cook until the egg is just set.
- 9 Serve the cooked rice in bowls, top with the pork and egg mixture, and garnish with chopped green onions.
Tips
For a more authentic taste, use homemade dashi stock if possible.