Who can resist the crunchy allure of Chicken Katsu? This savory Japanese delight, with its crispy exterior and tender inside, is the perfect treat for dinner. It’s wonderfully simple to make and will leave your kitchen smelling divine, with a sauce thatโs both tangy and sweet.
Ingredients
- Ketchup โ 240 ml (1 cup)
- Soy sauce โ 60 ml (4 tablespoons)
- Brown sugar โ 25 g (2 tablespoons)
- Mirin โ 30 ml (2 tablespoons)
- Worcestershire sauce โ 15 ml (3 teaspoons)
- Ginger โ 2 teaspoons, grated
- Garlic cloves โ 2, minced
- Green onions โ for garnish
- Chicken breasts โ sliced
- Rice wine vinegar โ 30 ml (2 tablespoons)
- Salt and pepper โ a pinch
- Flour โ 240 g (2 cups)
- Eggs โ 2, beaten
- Panko breadcrumbs โ 120 g (2 cups)
- Oil for frying โ 1.3 cm (1/2 inch) depth in pan
- Rice โ 360 g (2 cups)
Steps to Chicken Katsu Perfection
- Prepare Ingredients
Grate ginger, mince garlic, slice the chicken breasts, and beat the eggs in bowls. - Cook the Rice
Wash two cups of rice thoroughly, then cook for approximately 45 minutes until tender. - Make the Katsu Sauce
Combine ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, Worcestershire sauce, ginger, and garlic in a medium bowl. Stir until well mixed. - Marinate the Chicken
Place chicken slices in a bowl with rice wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes. - Prepare the Breading Station
On separate plates, place flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each chicken slice first in flour, then eggs, and finally breadcrumbs. - Fry the Chicken
Heat oil in a pan to 175ยฐC (350ยฐF). Fry chicken slices for 5 minutes each side until golden brown and cooked through. - Assemble and Serve
Place a mound of cooked rice on a plate, top with crispy chicken slices. Drizzle with katsu sauce and garnish with green onions.
Crispy, tender, and delicious, this Chicken Katsu is a winning dish thatโs sure to become a family favorite. Itโs easy enough for a weekday meal yet impressive for guests. Enjoy each bite of this Japanese classic with a side of steamed rice and katsu sauce. Until next time, enjoy your homemade katsu!
