Katsu Deluxe Bento Recipe
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Ingredients
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Katsu Chicken
Rice
Pickled Vegetables
Tonkatsu Sauce
Method
Katsu Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Breading Process
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, and then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Rice Cooking
- 4
Cook the Rice
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Pickled Vegetables
- 5
Prepare the Pickles
Thinly slice the cucumber and carrot. In a bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Add the sliced vegetables and let them pickle for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Tonkatsu Sauce Preparation
- 6
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar. Adjust sweetness to taste.
