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Japanese Katsu Bowls

Japanese Katsu Bowls: A Delicious Guide to Making Authentic Katsu at Home
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If you’re craving a comforting and flavorful meal, look no further than this Japanese Katsu Bowl recipe! Combining crispy, breaded chicken with perfectly seasoned rice and a tangy sauce, this dish is an easy way to bring the authentic taste of Japan into your home. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, Japanese Katsu Bowls are not only delicious but also customizable to suit everyone’s preferences. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe makes it easy to create a satisfying meal that will impress your loved ones. Once you try it, you’ll want to make it a regular in your dinner rotation!

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless chicken breasts (or beef loin)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 cups Japanese short-grain rice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup tonkatsu sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ketchup
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Pickled ginger (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and soak the rice in cold water for 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the rice with 2 ½ cups of water; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Season the cooked rice with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
  4. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness; season with salt and pepper.
  5. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko.
  6. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  7. Heat oil in a skillet; fry chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes each).
  8. Mix tonkatsu sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup in a bowl.
  9. Assemble bowls with rice topped by katsu, garnished with cabbage and green onions.

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