Japanese Katsu Sauce Recipe

Name: Japanese Katsu Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 cup
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons mirin; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Published: February 5, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Serves: 1 cup Difficulty: Easy Category: Side Dish Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and let cool.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Serve with tonkatsu, chicken katsu, or any breaded cutlet.

Special Notes

This tangy sauce is perfect for Japanese breaded cutlets. The combination of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and mirin creates a complex flavor that's both sweet and savory. The key is to let it simmer long enough to meld the flavors together. It's a great way to add authentic Japanese flavor to your homemade katsu dishes.