Pork
Crispy Japanese pork cutlet with panko crust and tonkatsu sauce - served with shredded cabbage.
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Tonkatsu is one of Japan's most beloved comfort foods - a tender pork cutlet coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs and served with tangy-sweet tonkatsu sauce, shredded cabbage, and rice. Sous vide ensures the pork stays perfectly juicy inside while the panko coating creates an ultra-crispy exterior.
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140°–145°F
Incredibly tender, juicy pork with a crispy panko crust. The meat is fully cooked but stays moist thanks to sous vide precision. This is restaurant-quality tonkatsu.
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Temps & times
| Doneness | Temperature | Time | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender | 140°–145°F | 1 h 30 min–2 h | 4 h |
Cooking time depends on thickness. Tonkatsu cutlets are typically 3/4 to 1 inch thick.
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