Difficulty: Moderate | Serves: 4
Crispy, golden pork cutlet served with a rich and flavorful Japanese curry sauce—Katsu Curry is the ultimate fusion of crunch and comfort! 🥩🍛✨ This beloved dish is a staple in Japanese homes and restaurants, offering a perfect balance of crispy panko-coated cutlet, savory curry, and fluffy rice. Whether enjoyed in a cozy Tokyo eatery or homemade, this dish is pure satisfaction!
Ingredients For Katsu Curry
🔥 For the Katsu (Pork Cutlet):
☑ 4 boneless pork chops (or chicken) 🥩
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 black pepper 🌿
☑ ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour 🌾
☑ 2 eggs, beaten 🥚
☑ 1 cup (120g) panko breadcrumbs 🌾
☑ ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil 🛢️
🔥 For the Japanese Curry:
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 vegetable oil 🛢️
☑ 1 small onion, finely chopped 🧅
☑ 1 carrot, sliced 🥕
☑ 1 small potato, diced 🥔
☑ 2 cups (480ml) chicken broth 🍗
☑ 3 tablespoons🥄 Japanese curry roux cubes 🍛
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 soy sauce 🍶 (optional)
🔥 For Serving:
☑ Steamed Japanese rice 🍚
☑ Pickled red ginger (beni shoga) 🌺 (optional)
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Katsu Curry
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Pork Katsu
1️⃣ Place pork chops between plastic wrap and pound to ½-inch thickness.
2️⃣ Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
🔥 Step 2: Bread the Katsu
1️⃣ Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
2️⃣ Dredge each pork chop in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
🔥 Step 3: Fry Until Crispy & Golden
1️⃣ Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
2️⃣ Fry each cutlet for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
3️⃣ Drain on paper towels and slice into strips.
🔥 Step 4: Make the Japanese Curry
1️⃣ Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions, carrots, and potatoes until slightly softened.
2️⃣ Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil, then simmer until vegetables are tender.
3️⃣ Stir in Japanese curry roux cubes until melted and thickened.
4️⃣ Add soy sauce for extra depth of flavor (optional).
🔥 Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Plate steamed rice and pour Japanese curry sauce over it.
2️⃣ Place crispy pork katsu on top and garnish with pickled red ginger (optional). “Katsu Curry”
🍛 Rich, crispy, and packed with flavor—Katsu Curry is a must-try Japanese comfort dish!
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