Pork Tonkatsu

Recipe Directions

1. For best results, take the pork out of the refrigerator 10 minutes before starting to cook. If you skip this step, you may need to cook the pork longer than this recipe card indicates. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees fahrenheit.
2. Pour the jasmine rice (a) into a small saucepot. Add 1/2 cup of water (for each serving you are making) to the rice. Put the saucepot over medium-high heat and bring up to a simmer. Do not stir. Once the rice is simmering, stir three times and then turn down to medium-low. Cover with a lid or foil and cook for 10-12 minutes.
3. While the rice is cooking, add the vegetables (b) to a mixing bowl. Pour the yuzu dressing (c) over the vegetables and toss with tongs. Set aside.
4. Cut open the package of pork chops (d) and place on a plate. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Spoon 1/2 of the sour cream (e) on top of the pork and use a spoon to spread the sour cream evenly, then flip over and spoon the rest of the sour cream on the other side.
5. Pour 1/2 of the panko (f) on one side of the pork. Use your hands to spread the panko around and press down so that it stays on the pork. Flip the pork chops over and repeat.
6. Heat a skillet or saute pan over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. When the pan has warmed up, add 1 tbsp of olive oil or enough to coat the bottom of the pan. Place the pork in the pan and sear for 2 minutes on each side. (If you are preparing 4+ servings, sear both sides for 3 minutes). Place the skillet in your preheated 425 degree oven. Cook for 4 minutes, then turn the pork chops over and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the pork is cooked through.
7. At this point, the rice should be ready. Taste and if it is cooked to your preferred consistency, remove from the heat.
8. When the pork is ready, place on a cutting board to rest.
9. Spoon the rice on to your serving plates. Place some of the snow pea and cabbage salad on the side. Slice the pork into 1/2 inch thick slices. Drizzle the japanese bbq sauce (g) over the pork or serve on the side. (If you want your meat more well done, broil on a baking tray for 1-2 minutes).