Tonkatsu

Japanese food · fried pork · comfort food

Pork cutlet magic. Tonkatsu starts with thin slices of pork loin or fillet that are pounded flat and then coated in panko, which is a special Japanese breadcrumb that makes an extra-crunchy crust when fried.

Deep-fried perfection. The coated pork is dunked into hot oil where it cooks until the outside turns golden and crispy while the inside stays tender and juicy. It happens really fast, just a few minutes.

Served with rice. Tonkatsu is usually eaten with white rice and a tangy brown sauce called tonkatsu sauce, along with shredded cabbage on the side. It's the ultimate comfort food in Japan.

Popular everywhere. You can find tonkatsu at Japanese restaurants all around the world, and it's loved by both kids and adults because it's fun, filling, and tastes amazing.