Tonkatsu

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Ingredients

2 pieces	boneless pork chops
1/2 cup	all-purpose flour
2	eggs
1 cup	panko breadcrumbs
—	salt to taste
—	black pepper to taste
1/4 cup	vegetable oil
—	tonkatsu sauce for serving
—	shredded cabbage for serving

Instructions

1. 1 Place the pork chops between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet.
2. 2 Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper.
3. 3 Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
4. 4 Dredge each pork chop in flour, shaking off any excess.
5. 5 Dip the floured pork chop into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
6. 6 Press the pork chop into the panko breadcrumbs, covering it completely.
7. 7 Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
8. 8 Fry the breaded pork chops in the hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
9. 9 Transfer the cooked tonkatsu to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
10. 10 Slice the tonkatsu into strips and serve with tonkatsu sauce and shredded cabbage.