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Crispy Japanese Katsu Bowls

Delicious and satisfying Crispy Japanese Katsu Bowls featuring crispy fried chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts, boneless Flattened to about 1/2 inch thickness
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Plus additional salt and pepper to taste
For the Sides
  • 1 cup Cabbage Lightly sautéed
  • 2 pieces Green onions Chopped
  • 1 tbsp Sugar For garnish
  • 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup Tonkatsu sauce Adjust amount based on taste preference
  • 1 piece Pickled ginger For garnish
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds For garnish
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Japanese short grain rice Rinsed under cold water
  • 2 1/2 cups Water

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. Rinse the Japanese short grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Combine the rice and 2 1/2 cups of water in a rice cooker or a pot and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. Set aside when done.
Preparing the Chicken
  1. Flatten the chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up a dredging station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dip each chicken breast in flour, then in eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
Frying the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken cutlets.
  2. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
Sautéing the Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add the cabbage and green onions and lightly sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Place a scoop of rice in each bowl, top with sliced Katsu, drizzle with tonkatsu sauce, and garnish with pickled ginger, sesame seeds, and sugar.
  2. Serve warm and enjoy your gourmet Katsu Bowls!

Notes

Store leftovers with components separated: cooked rice and sautéed vegetables in one container and fried chicken in another. Reheat ensuring the chicken stays crispy.