Katsudon
Katsudon is a beloved Japanese rice bowl that brings together crispy pork cutlet, fluffy rice, and a savory egg-onion mixture. This comforting dish promises an explosion of flavors in every bite, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless pork loin
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 cup dashi stock (or water)
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cooking the rice and slicing the onion.
- Set up three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each pork cutlet in flour, dip in egg, and coat with panko.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, fry the cutlets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- In another pan, combine dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and onions; simmer until onions are translucent.
- Gently pour beaten eggs over the onion mixture and cover until slightly runny.
- Serve by placing rice in bowls topped with sliced cutlets and egg-onion sauce. Garnish with green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg