Tonkatsu japanese style crispy fried pork cutlets –Get ready to take a trip to Flavor Town with this crispy, crunchy delight known as Tonkatsu! This Japanese fried pork chop dish is so irresistible, it might just become your new go-to comfort food. Patties of joy are waiting to be discovered, so put on your aprons and let’s get cooking!
Feast Your Eyes!
First, before we dive into the kitchen, let’s take a moment to appreciate this glorious creation. Feast your eyes on the picture below:
Ingredients
To whip up this masterpiece, gather the following ingredients:
- 2 boneless pork chops
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Tonchi sauce (for dipping, if you’re feeling fancy)
- Shredded cabbage (optional but highly encouraged for that extra crunch!)
Instructions
Now that we have all our ingredients ready, let’s get down to the cooking business. Follow these easy-peasy steps:
- First, season your pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Let them bask in this seasoning glory for about 15 minutes.
- While the pork is getting its spa treatment, set up a breading station: place the flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in three separate shallow dishes.
- Take each seasoned pork chop and dredge it first in flour, shaking off the excess. Then, dip it into the eggs, making sure every nook and cranny is covered. Finally, roll it in the panko breadcrumbs until it’s fully coated. We want it crispier than your favorite dad joke!
- Heat about half an inch of vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot (try dipping a breadcrumb in; it should sizzle), carefully place each breaded pork chop into the pan.
- Fry each chop for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them; we don’t want them to get too cozy with the heat!
- Once cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil. Now’s the moment of truth – the crispy crunch sound will be music to your ears!
- Serve the Tonkatsu with a side of shredded cabbage and a drizzle of Tonkatsu sauce. You can even slice them into strips for easier munching while you watch your favorite show!
Time to dig in and enjoy every flavorful bite of this crispy Tonkatsu. Just try not to eat the whole thing in one sitting – or do, we’re not judging! Bon appétit!