Tonkatsu Sauce

Elevate your Japanese-inspired meals with this quick and easy homemade Tonkatsu Sauce! A delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, this versatile sauce combines pantry staples like ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce with the rich depth of mirin and a touch of Dijon mustard for complexity. Enhanced with garlic and onion powders, its robust flavor pairs perfectly with crispy pork cutlets, chicken katsu, or even as a dipping sauce for fries and vegetables. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this customizable condiment is a must-have for adding authentic flavor to your favorite Asian dishes. Store it in the fridge for up to two weeks and let its bold, vibrant taste be your next culinary secret weapon!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce.

Step 2

Add the mirin and sugar to the mixture. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Stir in the rice vinegar and Dijon mustard until well blended.

Step 4

Sprinkle the garlic powder and onion powder over the sauce mixture.

Step 5

Whisk all the ingredients together until completely smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more sugar for sweetness or vinegar for acidity.

Step 7

Transfer the Tonkatsu sauce to a jar or an airtight container.

Step 8

Let the sauce sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature before using, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks and give it a shake before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	413.6 grams (413.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	479

Total Fat 1.20g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3091mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 113.60g	41%
Dietary Fiber 0.50g	2%
Total Sugars 89.80g
Protein 3.30g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85mg	7%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 669mg	14%

*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: 2.3%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 95.0%