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Japanese Pork Katsu Curry

Crispy Japanese Pork Katsu Curry for Ultimate Comfort Food

This Japanese Pork Katsu Curry is a comforting dish that brings the family together with its crispy pork and rich curry sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork Katsu
  • 4 pieces Pork Chops Choose thick cuts for juicy bites.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for batter adhesion; substitute with a flax egg for vegan.
  • 1 cup Flour All-purpose flour works best.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Water Keeps batter light and crispy.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 cups Panko For the signature crunchy coating.
For the Curry
  • 1 large Onion Yellow or brown onions are ideal.
  • 2 medium Carrot Provides sweetness; parsnip can be used instead.
  • 1 medium Potato Cube it for even cooking.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 2 cubes Japanese Curry Cubes Essential for authentic flavor.
  • 2 cups Water Adjust for desired thickness.

Equipment

  • pan
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Pork Katsu Preparation
  1. Trim and flatten the pork chops. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Mix together flour, cold water, and eggs to create a thick batter.
  3. Dredge each pork chop in the batter and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil in a pan and fry the pork for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
Curry Preparation
  1. Sauté chopped onions in a pan with a little oil until soft.
  2. Add diced carrots and potatoes, stirring until they start to soften.
  3. Pour in water and bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Add in Japanese curry cubes and black pepper, stirring until dissolved and thickened, then simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve over steamed rice, optionally garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, reheat the pork katsu in an oven to maintain crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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