Description
This homemade Tonkatsu (Katsu) Sauce is a tangy, savory Japanese condiment perfect for pairing with breaded cutlets like tonkatsu or chicken katsu. Made from a blend of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and other flavorful ingredients, it offers a balanced blend of sweet, salty, and umami notes. Easy to whip up in just minutes without any cooking, this vegan-friendly sauce can be refrigerated for enhanced flavor and used as a versatile dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tonkatsu Sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin or rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, mirin or rice vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and ground ginger until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed to suit your preference, balancing sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting period allows the flavors to meld and develop fully.
- Serve: Use the sauce as a dipping condiment for breaded cutlets such as tonkatsu or chicken katsu. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the sauce using a hand blender.
- This sauce keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For a vegan version, use a plant-based Worcestershire sauce.
