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Crispy Pork Roll

Cultural Context

Crispy Pork Roll, known as Butadon in Japan, is a beloved dish that showcases the country's affinity for fried foods. Traditionally served over rice, it combines the crunch of panko with tender pork, making it a comfort food staple. The dish is often enjoyed in casual dining settings and has seen variations across the globe, with different proteins and sauces being used.

JapaneseJPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shoulder steaks
1 tablespoon Oriental curry powder
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons sake
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 cup corn flour
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
vegetable oil for frying

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs provide more fiber.

pork loin

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork shoulder is more economical.

1

Bash the shoulder steaks with the underside of a cleaver to tenderize and thin them out.

2

Mix Oriental curry powder, light soy sauce, sake, a pinch of sugar, and sesame oil in a bowl to create a marinade.

3

Massage the marinade into the pork shoulder steaks, ensuring no liquid remains at the bottom of the bowl.

4

Add corn flour to the marinated pork to help create a crispy edge when frying.

5

Grate Parmesan cheese to create a crisp base for the buns.

6

Heat oil in a pan for shallow frying.

7

Lay the pork chops in the hot oil and shallow fry for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, depending on thickness.

8

Let the pork rest for 2 to 3 minutes before placing it in the bun.

Cooking Techniques

breadedfrying

Equipment Needed

cleaverpan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

ButadonKatsu Roll
Local Name: crispy bāku

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