Tonkatsu

Name: Tonkatsu
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) boneless pork chops; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed; 0.25 cup all-purpose flour; 1 egg, beaten; 0.75 cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)

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These breaded and fried pork cutlets make a traditional Japanese dish which is very simple and easy to make. Serve with sticky rice and tonkatsu sauce and enjoy! Also great if substituted with chicken breasts.

Recipe by AMYSMEANS

Published on June 8, 2018

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

4 (4 ounce) boneless pork chops
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups oil for frying, or as needed
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)

Directions

Place the pork chops between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound the pork with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a 1/4-inch thickness (about .75 cm). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour oil into a skillet about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Place the flour, egg, and panko crumbs in separate bowls. Coat each cutlet in flour, then egg, and finally in bread crumbs. Tap off any loose crumbs.
Fry the cutlets until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Editor's Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the breading ingredients. The actual amount of the breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

290	Calories
17g	Fat
20g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g	22%
Saturated Fat 4g	18%
Cholesterol 77mg	26%
Sodium 136mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 20g	7%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 17g
Calcium 10mg	1%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 199mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.