Let me show you how to make Japanese tonkatsu, which is very easy and tasty to make using batter solution and does not make your hands dirty.
＜Total time : 30 mins＞
＜Ingredients for 3 servings＞
・ork for Tonkatsu
・A pinch of salt
・A pinch of pepper
・4 tablespoons flour
・1 egg
・Bread crumbs as needed
・Salad oil to taste
・1.5 tablespoons water
-［Step 1］ Mix flour, egg and water in a bowl to make batter liquid.
The batter solution creates a thin crispy layer on the outside of the food as it is fried or baked, which enhances flavor and texture. The food becomes crispier and adds a savory flavor. The food is evenly covered, which improves cooking uniformity. It also helps retain internal moisture.
-［Step 2］Prepare pork by cutting the muscle and seasoning with salt and pepper.
Pork meat may contain some streaks, and in order to make it easier to eat, it is necessary to remove the remaining streaks from the meat. This is called "cutting the muscle. By cutting the muscle, the tonkatsu becomes easier to chew and the texture is improved. Also, when meat is heated, it shrinks and warps, right? By cutting the muscle, the tonkatsu will shrink less, heat more evenly, and the finished product will have a beautiful shape!
-［Step 3］Dip the pork in the batter and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
Place the pork on the bread crumbs spread out on a bat, cover with a generous amount of bread crumbs, and fluff and press down lightly with your hands to form the shape. The batter solution helps the breadcrumbs to adhere firmly.
-［Step 4］Heat oil in a frying pan (enough to cover half of the pork cutlet) over medium heat.
Fry for 5 minutes, then turn over and fry the other side for 5 minutes.
-［Step 5］Serve and complete.
