Vegan Sauce Tonkatsu

Elevate your plant-based meals with this easy and flavorful Vegan Sauce Tonkatsu, a dairy-free and cruelty-free twist on the beloved Japanese classic. Made with a harmonious blend of tomato paste, soy sauce, vegan Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of maple syrup, this quick 10-minute recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and umami flavors. Infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and onion powders, this rich and versatile sauce pairs beautifully with crispy vegan cutlets, tofu, or roasted vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this homemade tonkatsu sauce is a game-changer for those craving bold Japanese-inspired flavors with a vegan twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegan Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the tomato paste, soy sauce, and vegan Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2

Add rice vinegar, maple syrup, garlic powder, ground ginger, onion powder, and black pepper to the saucepan.

Step 3

Pour in the water and mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Stir the sauce continuously to ensure it does not stick to the bottom of the pan.

Step 6

Once the sauce starts to thicken, remove it from the heat. This process should take about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cool slightly. It will further thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. You can add a touch more maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter sauce.

Step 9

Serve the vegan tonkatsu sauce warm or at room temperature with your favorite plant-based cutlets.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(191.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	198.8

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1882.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 6.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 39.2mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 586.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.7%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 86.2%