Menchi Katsu (Japanese Ground Meat Cutlet)
Menchi Katsu, the Japanese ground meat cutlet, is a deliciously satisfying dish that delivers crunchy panko-coated goodness and a flavorful filling right to your table. This versatile recipe allows you to use ground beef or turkey, making it perfect for any occasion—whether served as a main course, in a bento box, or even as a sandwich. With its delightful crispy texture and savory taste, Menchi Katsu is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g ground beef
- 100 g onion (finely diced)
- 150 g panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 ½ tbsp whole milk
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Sauté the diced onion in butter until golden brown.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Mix sautéed onions and beef with seasonings, panko breadcrumbs, egg yolk, and milk in a bowl.
- Shape the mixture into patties and chill for 30 minutes.
- Coat each patty in flour, dip in egg wash, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry patties in hot oil until golden brown on both sides; drain on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg