Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1 (1
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Calories
245 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Japanese
Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce
Description
Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce blends Worcestershire sauce, sugar, ketchup, and oyster sauce into a single, flavorful condiment suited for pairing with breaded fried foods. The sugar is whisked into Worcestershire sauce until fully dissolved, then ketchup and oyster sauce are incorporated to build a rich, tangy taste profile. The balance of sweetness and umami flavor works well with deep-fried dishes such as tonkatsu (pork cutlets), chicken katsu, and croquettes, enhancing the crispy texture and adding moisture.
The resulting sauce is thicker than Worcestershire sauce alone and can be made easily with common pantry items. The recipe allows for adjustment of sugar levels depending on the sweetness of ketchup used, tailoring the flavor to preference.
This sauce is versatile beyond classic tonkatsu, also used in recipes like Japanese hamburger steak and baked versions of fried dishes. Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a few weeks to maintain freshness and flavor.
Ingredients
- 4½ Tbsp Worcestershire sauce (use vegan Worcestershire sauce for vegan)
- 2 Tbsp sugar (plus more to taste)
- 5 Tbsp ketchup
- 2 Tbsp oyster sauce (use Lee Kum Kee Vegetarian Stir-Fry Sauce for vegetarian or if you‘re allergic to shellfish)
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients. I included a bottle of Bull-Dog Tonkatsu Sauce in the image, but it‘s not needed for this recipe.
- In a jar or small bowl, combine 4½ Tbsp Worcestershire sauce and 2 Tbsp sugar. Whisk well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Then, add 5 Tbsp ketchup and 2 Tbsp oyster sauce and whisk until combined. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning. Some ketchup is sweeter than others, so please adjust the amount of sugar to taste. Your Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce is ready to use.
To Serve
- Enjoy this Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce as a condiment for breaded and/or deep-fried Japanese foods like Tonkatsu, Chicken Katsu, and Korokke (Potato and Meat Croquette) or their baked versions Baked Tonkatsu, Baked Chicken Katsu, and Baked Croquette. Tonkatsu sauce is also an ingredient in recipes like Japanese Hamburger Steak (Hambagu), Keema Curry, and Meat Doria (Rice Gratin).
To Store
- Store in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 2–3 weeks or freezer for 3–4 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1(1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.75cup | |
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 63g | 21% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sodium | 2658mg | 111% |
| Potassium | 843mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 48g | 96% |
| Vitamin A | 445IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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