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Katsudon

Crispy panko pork cutlets over rice with a silky egg ribbon and sweet-salty broth. A TikTok-easy version of the Japanese comfort classic—sear, simmer, pour.

Total time
22 min
Servings
2
Calories
580
Protein
34g
Katsudon
comfortsatisfyingjapaneseporkcrispytendersilkyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook rice while you prep. Pat pork dry, season with salt and pepper, then dredge in panko until fully coated.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear pork 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.

  3. Step 3

    Pour off excess oil. Add dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and onion to the pan. Bring to a simmer.

  4. Step 4

    Slice pork into strips and nestle back into the broth. Simmer 2 minutes, then turn heat to low.

  5. Step 5

    Beat eggs lightly. Slowly pour in a thin stream while gently stirring the broth until ribbons form, ~30 seconds.

  6. Step 6

    Divide rice between bowls. Ladle pork, egg ribbons, and broth over the top. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • rice cooker or pot
  • 12-inch skillet
  • tongs
  • instant thermometer (optional)
  • two bowls

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