How to Make Chicken Katsu (Recipe) チキンカツの作り方 (レシピ)

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs offer more fiber while regular breadcrumbs are often less expensive.

tonkatsu sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade sauce with ketchup and Worcestershire

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Homemade sauce can be lighter and more affordable.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Thighs are juicier and often cheaper than breasts.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

Pound chicken breast to an even thickness for uniform cooking.

Season both sides of the chicken with kosher salt and black pepper.

Dredge the chicken in all-purpose flour, coating evenly.

Dip the floured chicken into the beaten egg, ensuring full coverage.

Coat the chicken in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Heat neutral-flavored oil in a pot for deep frying until shimmering.

Carefully add the breaded chicken to the pot, cooking until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Slice the chicken katsu into strips for serving.

Serve with tonkatsu sauce, shredded cabbage, and optional toppings.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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