Ashley’s Chicken Katsu with Tonkatsu Sauce

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 0
Ashley's Chicken Katsu with Tonkatsu Sauce - A Japanese-Themed Delight
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Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

Sauce
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons soy sauce
pepper to taste
Chicken
2 cups vegetable oil , for deep-fat frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg , beaten
2 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/4 inch thickness
1 green onion , thinly sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
790
Sugar
34g
Fat
46g
Ashley's Chicken Katsu with Tonkatsu Sauce is a traditional Japanese dish that consists of breaded and deep-fried chicken served with a sweet and savory sauce. Although Ashley's version of this dish is not entirely authentic, it is still a delicious and simple meal to make at home. The dish is a crowd-pleaser and can be served as a standalone meal, or as part of a broad Japanese-themed menu. It is easy to customize and adjust the spiciness level according to your preferences.

Instructions

1.To make the tonkatsu sauce, combine the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix them together until well blended and set aside.
2.Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
3.Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip it into the beaten egg and coat it with panko bread crumbs. Shake to remove any excess crumbs.
4.When the oil is hot, gently place the chicken into the frying pan. Fry each chicken breast until golden brown for about 4-5 minutes. Turn the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken is 165°F.
5.Transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess oil.
6.Slice the chicken into strips, garnish with sliced green onion and serve with the tonkatsu sauce.

PROS

Ashley’s Chicken Katsu is a crispy and juicy meal that is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.

The dish is easily customizable, allowing you to adjust the seasoning level according to your preferences.

It is also relatively affordable to prepare and serves as an excellent introduction to Japanese cuisine.

CONS

The dish is deep-fried, which makes it high in calories and fat.

Some people may be allergic to some of the ingredients used in this recipe, including soy and wheat gluten.

Although this meal is relatively healthy, the sodium levels may be too high for people following a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken provides a good source of protein and is low in carbohydrates and fat. Eating chicken is also associated with improved bone health and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.
Soy sauce contains antioxidants and has been linked to reduced risk of certain types of cancer and inflammation in the body.
Tonkatsu sauce can be high in sodium but can also provide a good source of vitamins and minerals.

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