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Toasted Pork Tonkatsu over Steamed Rice
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Toasted Pork Tonkatsu over Steamed Rice

4.8 (256 ratings)

A Toasted Pork Tonkatsu, kissed with char and smoke, and served over Steamed Rice.

Prep
26 min
Cook
28 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb pork tonkatsu
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dashi
  • 2 tsp mirin
  • 1 medium scallions
  • 1 lb toasted sesame seeds
  • a pinch fresh ginger
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the pork tonkatsu generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the pork tonkatsu and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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