Vegetarian Pork Katsu

Indulge in the savory crunch of Vegetarian Pork Katsu, a plant-based twist on the classic Japanese comfort food. These golden, crispy "pork" cutlets are made with tender plant-based protein and coated in a perfectly seasoned panko breadcrumb crust for an irresistible crunch in every bite. Paired with a rich, tangy homemade katsu sauce, crafted from soy sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire, and a hint of sweetness, this recipe delivers all the flavor of traditional katsu without the meat. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner or an impressive meat-free meal. Garnished with fresh green onions, Vegetarian Pork Katsu is a satisfying, easy-to-make recipe that’s perfect for vegetarians and curious foodies alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Plant-based pork cutlets
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian)
• 1 tablespoon Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable broth
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.

Step 3

Place panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.

Step 4

Coat each plant-based pork cutlet in the flour mixture, followed by the beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs well.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, fry the coated cutlets until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Do this in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked cutlets to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 8

To make the katsu sauce, combine soy sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, sugar, and vegetable broth in a small saucepan.

Step 9

Heat the sauce over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Stir continuously until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce is slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 10

Serve the vegetarian pork katsu cutlets topped with katsu sauce and garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1149.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3697.7

Total Fat 263.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.5g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 5190.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 115.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 358.9mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 1770.7mg	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: 62.9%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 24.9%