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Japanese Katsu Bowls

Japanese Katsu Bowls: A Delicious Guide to Making Authentic Katsu at Home
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Japanese Katsu Bowls are a delightful culinary experience that brings the comforting flavors of Japan right to your kitchen. This dish features perfectly breaded and fried chicken, served over seasoned rice and garnished with fresh vegetables, making it a wholesome meal for any occasion. It’s not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying, ensuring smiles all around the dinner table. In just about an hour, you can create this crispy chicken delight that’s sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to impress with this authentic katsu recipe!

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

Instructions

  1. Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until clear. Soak in water for 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the rice: Bring soaked rice and water to boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes. Let it sit off heat for additional steaming.
  3. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; fold into cooked rice.
  4. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; pound to an even thickness.
  5. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then in egg, followed by panko.
  7. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry each piece of chicken until golden brown (about four to five minutes per side).
  8. Drain on paper towels before slicing into strips.
  9. Combine tonkatsu sauce ingredients in a bowl; mix well.
  10. Serve sliced katsu over seasoned rice topped with cabbage, green onions, sesame seeds, and drizzle with sauce.

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