Tonkatsu

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Place pork chops between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound pork with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a ¼-inch thickness (about .75 cm). Season with salt and black pepper.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Pour ½ inch (1.25 cm) oil into a skillet; heat over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Meanwhile, place flour, egg, and panko bread crumbs into 3 separate bowls; beat egg. Dredge pork cutlets in flour; shake off excess. Dip into beaten egg. Lift up so excess egg drips back into the bowl. Press into bread crumbs to coat both sides; tap off any loose crumbs. Place breaded cutlets, unstacked, onto a plate.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Lower cutlets carefully into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plated to drain.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)