Tonkatsu – Asian-Style Pork Chop

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 12

Tonkatsu - Asian-Style Pork Chop recipe for a quick and tasty dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

480

Sugar

Fat

29g

Tonkatsu is a popular Japanese dish that consists of a deep-fried pork cutlet served with tonkatsu sauce, rice, and shredded cabbage. This Asian-style pork chop recipe is a crispy and flavorful version of the traditional Tonkatsu and can be served with any dipping sauce of your choice. The recipe calls for thin boneless pork chops dipped in egg and coated with panko crumbs, giving them a crunchy and delicious texture that is sure to satisfy your hunger.

Instructions

1.	Beat the eggs with milk in a bowl.
2.	Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3.	Dip the pork chops in the egg mixture to coat them well.
4.	Coat the pork chops with panko crumbs.
5.	Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the pork chops until they turn golden brown.
6.	Serve hot with your favourite dipping sauce.

PROS

Tonkatsu is an easy and quick recipe for a tasty and satisfying meal.

Pork chops are a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Tonkatsu is a kid-friendly food that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

CONS

Deep-frying the pork chops makes this recipe high in calories and fat.

Tonkatsu is not a good option for people with high cholesterol or heart problems due to its high fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork chops are a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles.
They also provide vitamins and minerals like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12, which are important for maintaining a healthy immune system.
However, the high fat content in Tonkatsu means that it should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	2 eggs
	1 teaspoon milk
	1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
	salt to taste
	1/2 teaspoon pepper
	1 cup vegetable oil for frying
	8 thin cut boneless pork chops
	1 1/2 cups panko crumbs