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Tonkatsu Pork Cutlets

Learn how to cook tonkatsu pork the easy way, and Learn its origins, key ingredients, storage tips, and cooking techniques. Learn how to prepare this mouthwatering dish with our comprehensive guide.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 371kcal
Author: Shobee

Equipment

  • tongs
  • frying pan
  • Instant Pot Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Pork Cutlets
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 cups Canola oil for frying

Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tbsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Make a slit on the edge of the pork cutlets. This will prevent the pork cutlets from curling when they are deep-fried.
  • Mix the seasoning ingredients and rub them on both sides of the meat.
  • Beat the egg in a medium-sized bowl deep the pork cutlets on both sides and roll into the Panko bread crumbs.
  • Heat two cups of canola oil in a pan and let the temperature reach 350 F. Deep fry the pork cutlets until golden brown and let the oil drain on a wire rack.
  • Serve with Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce. See notes for the recipe

How To Cook Tonkatsu in the Air Fryer

  • Follow the breading procedure as mentioned above.
    Place the bread pork cutlets into the air fryer basket and spray the meat with nonstick spray.
    Push the air fryer setting button and set the timer to twelve minutes. Set the Air fryer temperature to 350.

Very Important tip!

  • When the cutlets are cooked and done after deep-frying, cool it in a wire rack to maintain its crispsness.

Nutrition

Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 189mg | Sodium: 2848mg | Potassium: 407mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 286IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 186mg | Iron: 5mg