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Beef Katsu, crispy breaded beef with tonkatsu sauce
Crispy beef katsu with tonkatsu sauce

Crispy Beef Katsu (Gyukatsu)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Quick Meals
The art of Japanese breaded cutlet (Katsu) lies in Panko crumbs and frying temperature. Panko is coarser than breadcrumbs, absorbing less oil and staying crispier. Beef cutlets (Gyukatsu) are traditionally served medium-rare inside while the crust is hot and crunchy.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 600 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Deep Skillet for frying
  • Meat Mallet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Pound steaks lightly for even thickness. Marinate in soy sauce and sesame oil for 10 minutes.

Tip: Even thickness ensures uniform cooking.
2 ✓

Set up breading station: flour, beaten egg, Panko. Dredge meat in that order.

Tip: Press Panko firmly onto the meat with your palm.
3 ✓

Heat oil to 350°F (180°C). Fry meat 1-2 minutes per side (for pink center).

Tip: High heat is needed to brown the crust quickly without drying the meat (thermal shock).
4 ✓

Drain on a wire rack (not paper towels, or bottom gets soggy) and rest for 2 minutes.

Tip: Resting allows heat to distribute inside.
5 ✓

Slice into strips, serve with cabbage and Tonkatsu sauce.

Tip: Slicing makes it easy to eat with chopsticks.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the breading fall off?
Meat was wet, or you didn't press crumbs firmly enough. Pat meat dry before dredging!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Beef Tenderloin or Sirloin Steaks
  • 1.5 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying)
  • 2 tbsp Tonkatsu Sauce (for serving)