Katsudon

Katsudon

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

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Total: 50 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

1 cup short-grain Japanese rice
1 1/4 cups water
2 boneless pork chops
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup dashi stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 tablespoon sugar
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. 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. 2 Season the pork chops with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  3. 3 Dredge each pork chop in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. 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. 5 In a separate pan, combine dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  6. 6 Add the sliced onion to the simmering sauce and cook until the onion is tender.
  7. 7 Slice the fried pork chops into strips and add them to the pan with the onion and sauce.
  8. 8 Beat the remaining egg and pour it over the pork and onion mixture. Cover and cook until the egg is just set.
  9. 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.