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Description

Tonkatsu sauce is a thick, sweet, and savory Japanese sauce that is typically served with tonkatsu, a breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet. It's a versatile sauce that can also be used as a dipping sauce for other fried foods like chicken, shrimp, and vegetables. Making your own tonkatsu sauce is easy and requires only a few ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Ingredient

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and ground ginger.
  2. Heat the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened slightly.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving.

Notes

Tonkatsu sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 44
  • Total fat: 0g
  • Sodium: 633mg
  • Total carbohydrate: 11g
  • Sugars: 9g
  • Protein: 1g

Recipes FAQ

What can I use as a substitute for rice vinegar?

If you don't have rice vinegar, you can use apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar instead.

Can I make tonkatsu sauce ahead of time?

Yes, tonkatsu sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Can I use tonkatsu sauce for anything other than tonkatsu?

Yes, tonkatsu sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for other fried foods like chicken, shrimp, and vegetables.

Recipe Tips

  • If you like your tonkatsu sauce spicier, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
  • If you find that your tonkatsu sauce is too thick, you can add a tablespoon of water at a time to thin it out to your desired consistency.
  • Make sure to let the tonkatsu sauce cool to room temperature before using it, as it will thicken as it cools.

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