Why You’ll Love Making It In Your Air Fryer
Fast. ready in under 30 minutes with the help of your air fryer.Easy. Bread the pork, spray it with oil, and let the air fryer do the rest.High Protein. Tonkatsu has an impressive 30 grams of protein per serving. Few Ingredients. Not including salt and pepper to season it, you’ll need under 5 ingredients to make this recipe.
Making pork katsu in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to enjoy this classic Japanese dish without the hassle of deep-frying. With a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking techniques, you can create a delicious and crispy meal that will impress your friends and family.
What Is The Difference Between Katsu And Tonkatsu?
Katsu and tonkatsu are both Japanese dishes that consist of breaded and fried meat cutlets. The main difference between the two is the type of meat that is used and the sauce that is served with them. Katsu refers to any breaded and fried meat cutlet and can be made with chicken, beef, or pork. Tonkatsu, on the other hand, specifically refers to a pork cutlet that is breaded and fried.
What Is The Difference Between Katsu And Katsudon?
Katsu and katsudon are both Japanese dishes that feature a breaded and fried cutlet of meat, typically pork, served in different ways. The main difference between the two lies in how they are served and what other ingredients they are served with. While both katsu and katsudon feature a breaded and fried cutlet of meat, katsudon is a more complete meal that includes rice and a variety of toppings. Katsu is often served on its own or as a simple dish with rice and cabbage.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Boneless pork chops- Pound out boneless pork chops until they are 1/2" thick, or use pork cutlets that are already sliced extremely thin. All-purpose flour- Creates the base of the breading. Eggs- Helps the flour and breadcrumbs stick to the pork cutlet. Panko breadcrumbs- Creates a crispy and crunchy breading that mimics the katsu texture you know and love. Cooking Spray- A quick spray on the breaded pork will help the panko crisp up beautifully. Salt- Accentuates the natural flavors of the pork.Pepper- Adds just a hint of heat to the breading.
How To Make Pork Katsu
Cooking Tips And Variations
This Tonkatsu recipe is incredibly simple to make, but for the best results or to switch up the flavor, check out some of my tips and recommendations:
Make sure to use panko breadcrumbs for this recipe, as they are larger and crispier than regular breadcrumbs, and will give the pork katsu its signature crunchy texture.If your air fryer doesn’t have a preheat function, you can preheat it by running it at the desired temperature for a few minutes before adding the pork chops.Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket, as this can affect the cooking time and temperature.You can also use this recipe to make chicken katsu by substituting boneless chicken breasts for pork chops.
What To Serve With It
When serving pork katsu, there are several side dishes that can complement the dish and make it a complete meal. Here are some of my favorite things to serve with it:
How Long Does It Last?
This air fried pork cutlet can be saved for later if you can’t finish it all in one meal. If the pork katsu has been cooked and then stored properly in an airtight container in the refrigerator, it can last for up to 3-4 days.
Can You Freeze It?
Yes, you can freeze your Pork Katsu for later. If you don’t think you’ll be able to finish your leftovers before they spoil, here are the steps you need to take to safely freeze it:
Let the pork katsu cool down to room temperature.Wrap each piece of pork katsu individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn and air exposure.Place the wrapped pork katsu in a freezer-safe container or airtight freezer bag.Label the container or bag with the date of freezing and the contents.Place the container or bag in the freezer.
Frozen pork katsu can last for up to 2-3 months in the freezer. To thaw it, remove it from the freezer and let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheating frozen pork katsu is best done in the air fryer at 350F for 4-5 minutes or until it is heated through.
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