Monday, May 21, 2012

Sherif Attia Blog: Chicken Katsu

Sherif Attia Blog: Chicken Katsu: How to Make Chicken Katsu Chicken katsu is widely seen on most Japanese and Korean restaurant menus. Deep fried chicken pieces w...

Chicken Katsu





Chicken katsu is widely seen on most Japanese and Korean restaurant menus. Deep fried chicken pieces with a side of dipping sauce can fulfill a good meal. Normally, chicken katsu is either served on a bed of cabbage slices or placed next to a scoop of rice. (Can also be served with Curry and rice)

Ingredients

  • 5 lbs (2.3 kg) of chicken thighs or breast tender pieces (de-boned)
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Flour
  • 2 eggs (beaten)
  • Corn flake crumbs or panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
  • Oil (for deep frying)
Katsu Sauce
Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup (80 mL) of ketchup

  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) of shoyu or soy sauce

  • 1/4 cup (50 g) of sugar

  • 2 teaspoons (10 mL) of Worcestershire sauce

  • 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper (ground)

  • 1/4 teaspoon of pepper