Katsu Curry

Katsu Curry

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  • Prep25m
  • Cook45m
Total time
1h 10m
Cook at
350°F
Internal temp
165°F
Prep
25 min
Cook
45 min
Recipe written for 4 servings

Main

Katsu (Chicken)

Serving/Garnish

Uses your kitchen

Estufa

Horno

Small appliances

Arrocera

Platos

Cookware

Cacerola

Sartén

Sartén

Bakeware

Bandeja de Horneado

Rejilla de Alambre

Fridge

3 days

Freezer

60 days

Reheat

StovetopMicrowave
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Instructions

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  • 12–15 min
  • Medium

Heat 2 tablespoons of aceite neutro para freír en sartén in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the sliced cebollas finamente rebanadas and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12–15 minutes until deeply golden and jammy. Don't rush this step — the caramelized 2 cebollas finamente rebanadas are the flavor foundation of the sauce.

Uses

  • Saucepan
  • Soy Sauce
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Tonkatsu Sauce
  • 1–2 min

Add the minced dientes de ajo and grated cucharada de jengibre fresco rallado to the 2 cebollas finamente rebanadas and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

  • 1–2 min

Sprinkle in the 3 cucharadas de harina para todo uso, 2 cucharadas de polvo de curry estilo japonés suave preferido, ½ cucharadita de garam masala, and ½ cucharadita de cúrcuma. Stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and toast the spices. The mixture will look thick and paste-like — that's perfect.

Uses

  • Curry Powder
  • Garam Masala
  • All-Purpose Flour

Gradually pour in the 3 cups caldo de pollo, about 1/2 cup at a time, whisking or stirring vigorously after each addition to prevent lumps. Once all the stock is incorporated, add the 2 zanahorias peladas y and 2 papas medianas peladas y.

Uses

  • Chicken Stock
  • 20–25 min
  • Low

Stir in the 1 cucharada de salsa de soja, 1 cucharada de salsa de tomate, 1 cucharadita de salsa Worcestershire, 1 cucharadita de miel, and 1 cucharadita de sal kosher más al gusto. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are completely tender and the sauce has thickened to a gravy-like consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Uses

  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Kosher Salt
  • Soy Sauce
  • Tonkatsu Sauce

While the curry simmers, prepare the 4 pechugas de pollo sin hueso ni piel aplastadas a un espesor uniforme de 1/2 pulgada. Place each breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with 1 cucharadita de sal kosher más al gusto and ½ cucharadita de pimienta negra.

Uses

  • Plastic Wrap
  • Curry Powder
  • Chicken Breast
  • Kosher Salt

Set up a three-stage breading station in shallow bowls: 3 cucharadas de harina para todo uso in the first, beaten huevos batidos in the second, and 1 ½ cups migas de pan panko in the third. Coat each chicken piece in 3 cucharadas de harina para todo uso (shake off excess), dip in 2 huevos batidos (let excess drip off), then press firmly into the 1 ½ cups migas de pan panko on both sides, ensuring an even, thorough coating.

Uses

  • Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Chicken Stock
  • Chicken Breast
  • 3–4 min
  • 350°F
  • Medium-high

Heat the ½ cup aceite neutro para freír en sartén in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and reaches about 350°F. Test with a pinch of migas de pan panko — it should sizzle immediately. Working in batches if needed, fry the breaded chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Uses

  • Skillet
  • Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Chicken Stock
  • Chicken Breast
  • 2–3 min

Transfer the cooked katsu to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain. This keeps the crust crispy on all sides rather than steaming on paper towels. Rest for 2–3 minutes before slicing.

Uses

  • Wire Rack
  • Baking Sheet

Slice each chicken katsu diagonally into 1-inch strips, keeping the slices together so the cutlet holds its shape when plated.

Uses

  • Chicken Stock
  • Chicken Breast

Scoop a generous mound of steamed rice onto each plate, slightly off-center. Arrange the sliced katsu alongside the rice. Ladle the curry sauce generously over half the katsu and the rice, leaving some of the crispy crust exposed. Drizzle with 4 cucharadas de salsa tonkatsu comprada en tienda and garnish with sliced tallos de cebolletas finamente rebanadas if desired. Serve immediately.

Uses

  • Curry Powder
  • Soy Sauce
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Tonkatsu Sauce
Per serving

Nutrition facts

Estimated for one serving as written. Scale with Serving size in the sidebar for your batch.

780

Cal

Protein

52 g

28%

Carbs

82 g

44%

Fat

24 g

29%