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Japanese Katsu Bowls

Delicious Japanese Katsu Bowls for a Cozy Homemade Meal

Discover the irresistible flavors of Japanese Katsu Bowls, a crispy and comforting dish that brings the taste of Japan to your home.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: comfort food, Crispy Chicken, Easy Dinner, Japanese Katsu Bowls, Katsu
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 600kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • meat mallet
  • Rolling Pin
  • three separate dishes for breading

Ingredients

For the Katsu

  • 2 pieces boneless chicken breasts can substitute with pork loin
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs or vegan flaxseed mixture
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Japanese-style
  • ½ cup vegetable oil for frying

For the Rice

  • 2 cups Japanese short-grain rice can substitute with jasmine rice
  • cups water
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar honey or agave syrup can substitute
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Sauce

  • cup tonkatsu sauce sweet and tangy
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon ketchup

For Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • pickled ginger optional

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear. Transfer to a medium saucepan, add water, and let soak for 30 minutes.
  • Cover the saucepan, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • After cooking, turn off heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Mix together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, then fold into rice.
  • Pound the chicken breasts between plastic wrap to an even thickness, seasoning both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Set up three dishes: flour, beaten eggs, panko. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in panko.
  • Heat oil in a skillet. Fry breaded chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Transfer cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Slice into strips.
  • Combine tonkatsu sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup in a bowl.
  • To serve, place a bed of seasoned rice in each bowl. Top with sliced katsu, drizzle sauce, and garnish with cabbage, green onions, and sesame seeds.

Notes

Japanese Katsu Bowls are quick to prepare and customizable with various proteins and sauces to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg