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Crispy Gyukatsu with Slaw & Pickled Veggies

Panko-crusted beef cutlets seared rare, served with fresh shredded cabbage salad and quick-pickled cucumber, tomato, and carrot. A TikTok-friendly take on Japanese gyukatsu that's restaurant-quality but weeknight-fast.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
42g
Crispy Gyukatsu with Slaw & Pickled Veggies
casualsatisfyingjapanesebeefcrispytenderjuicySalad

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Toss cucumber, tomato, and carrot slices with 2 tbsp rice vinegar and a pinch of salt. Set aside while you cook.

  2. Step 2

    Pat beef cutlets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Spread panko on a plate. Coat each cutlet on both sides, pressing gently so crumbs stick.

  4. Step 4

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  5. Step 5

    Sear cutlets 90 seconds per side without moving — edges should be golden and crispy, center stays rare.

  6. Step 6

    Toss shredded cabbage with remaining 1 tbsp rice vinegar and salt. Plate cutlets, cabbage, pickled veggies, and drizzle pan sauce over top.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • paper towels
  • shallow plate
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife

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