Whole30 Pork Tonkatsu
Crispy, golden, and completely guilt-free, this Whole30 Pork Tonkatsu is a healthier spin on the Japanese classic, crafted to fit perfectly into your clean-eating lifestyle. Tender pork loin chops are pounded thin, coated in an irresistible blend of almond and coconut flours, and fried to perfection in coconut oil for a satisfying crunch that’s entirely gluten-free and grain-free. The homemade tangy-sweet tonkatsu sauce, made with coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and date paste, is the perfect complement, delivering bold flavor without breaking the Whole30 rules. Ready in just 35 minutes, this delicious pork tonkatsu is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. Serve it alongside fresh greens or cauliflower rice for a complete and satisfying Whole30 meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork loin chops
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1 cup Coconut flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Date paste
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the sauce. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 3 tablespoons of coconut aminos, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of date paste, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground ginger. Mix well and set aside.
Step 2
Take the pork loin chops and gently pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch thick. This will help them cook evenly.
Step 3
In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup of almond flour, 1 cup of coconut flour, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well.
Step 4
Beat the 2 large eggs in a separate shallow bowl, creating an egg wash.
Step 5
Dip each pork chop into the egg wash, then dredge it in the flour mixture, ensuring all sides are covered. Repeat for all pork chops.
Step 6
Heat 4 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops, cooking them in batches if necessary. Fry each pork chop for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 7
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest on a plate lined with paper towels, allowing them to drain any excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the pork tonkatsu immediately with the homemade sauce drizzled on top or served on the side. Enjoy your Whole30 meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1299.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3692.3 |
| Total Fat 242.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 109.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1004mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3902.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 129.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 62.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.1g | |
| Protein 258.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 414.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4793.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories