Tonkatsu (Japanese Pork Chop)

This pan-fried Japanese tonkatsu is made with boneless pork chops that are breaded with panko crumbs for a deliciously crispy finish.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 276 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon milk
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
• salt to taste
• 8 thin cut boneless pork chops
• 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 1.5 cups panko crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Combine eggs, milk, garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well mixed. Place panko crumbs in a shallow bowl.

Step 3

Dip 1 pork chop in egg mixture, then press into panko crumbs to coat evenly. Dip in egg mixture again and coat with another layer of panko crumbs. Lay coated pork chop on a plate and repeat with remaining chops. If you have time, let coated chops sit for about 10 minutes so the coating will set well.

Step 4

Fry pork chops in hot oil until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.