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Menchikatsu

Cultural Context

Menchikatsu, originating from Japan, is a beloved comfort food made from minced meat, typically pork or beef, coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs. This dish is often served with a side of shredded cabbage and a tangy sauce, making it a staple in many Japanese households. Its popularity has led to variations across the globe, with different meats and sauces being used to suit local tastes.

JapaneseJPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250g ground meat (合い挽き肉)
250g cabbage (キャベツ)
1/2 teaspoon salt (塩)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (ナツメグ)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (黒こしょう)
all-purpose flour (薄力粉)
egg (卵)
bread crumbs (パン粉)
salad oil (サラダ油)

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs add fiber, while regular breadcrumbs are often cheaper.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: teriyaki sauce

Soy sauce is lower in calories, while teriyaki sauce is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is usually less expensive.

1

Chop the cabbage into rough pieces and massage with a pinch of salt (not included in the quantity).

2

Beat the egg in advance.

3

In a bowl, combine the ground meat and seasoning (salt, nutmeg, black pepper) and mix well.

4

Squeeze out excess moisture from the salted cabbage and add it to the meat mixture, mixing thoroughly.

5

Divide the mixture into 6 equal parts and shape them into circles about 7 cm in diameter.

6

Coat each piece in all-purpose flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with bread crumbs.

7

Fry in salad oil at 160-170°C for 6-7 minutes until golden brown, then drain the oil and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Menchi KatsuMinced Meat Cutlet
Local Name: メンチカツ

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