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Crispy Savory Japanese Katsu Curry Pork Cutlet

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A comforting and crispy pork cutlet paired with a rich, homemade Japanese curry sauce. This easy recipe delivers a perfect balance of crunchy texture and savory flavor, ideal for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless pork loin chops, about 1/2 inch thick
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups Japanese-style panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying (canola or sunflower oil recommended)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for curry roux)
  • 2 tablespoons mild Japanese curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala (optional)
  • 3 cups chicken broth (homemade or low sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey or apple sauce

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from pork chops and pound to about 1/4 inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up dredging stations with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls. Pat pork dry before dredging.
  3. Dredge each pork cutlet in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg, then coat evenly with panko breadcrumbs. Set aside.
  4. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Test oil by dropping a small piece of bread or panko; it should bubble and float immediately.
  5. Fry cutlets without overcrowding for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack to drain and keep crisp.
  6. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add diced carrot and potato; cook for 3 more minutes.
  8. Sprinkle in 3 tablespoons flour and stir constantly to form a roux. Cook for 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  9. Add curry powder and garam masala; stir to combine.
  10. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender and sauce thickens, about 15-20 minutes.
  11. Stir in soy sauce and honey/apple sauce to finish the sauce.
  12. Slice pork cutlets and serve over steamed rice. Ladle curry sauce generously on top.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature around 350°F to avoid greasy or burnt cutlets. Rest fried cutlets on a wire rack to keep them crispy. Stir curry sauce often to avoid lumps and build velvety texture. Curry sauce tastes better after resting a few hours or overnight. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and panko and check curry powder and soy sauce labels. Variations include chicken katsu, vegetarian versions with eggplant or tofu, and seasonal vegetable swaps.

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Keywords: katsu curry, Japanese curry, pork cutlet, crispy pork, homemade curry sauce, comfort food, easy dinner

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