3-Ingredient Tonkatsu (Katsu) Sauce Recipe
This quick and easy 3-Ingredient Tonkatsu Sauce is a flavorful Japanese condiment perfect for enhancing fried dishes like chicken katsu. Combining ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce creates a tangy, savory sauce that’s ready in minutes, with optional sugar and spices to tailor it to your taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately ½ cup sauce, serving 4-6 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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Basic Ingredients
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Optional Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Combine the sauces: In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup ketchup, 2 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce until well blended.
- Adjust flavor: Taste the mixture and add ½ tablespoon sugar if you prefer a sweeter sauce. For additional depth, optionally add ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder and ⅛ teaspoon onion powder. Stir to combine thoroughly.
- Serve: Pour the tonkatsu sauce over your favorite fried dishes like chicken katsu or use as a dipping sauce. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- Start with less sugar and adjust gradually to mimic Bull-Dog brand tonkatsu sauce flavor.
- Adding garlic and onion powder enhances the umami and savory richness of the sauce.
- This sauce is perfect paired with crispy fried meats or vegetables.
- Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for best freshness.
Keywords: Tonkatsu sauce, katsu sauce, Japanese sauce, 3-ingredient sauce, easy tonkatsu sauce, dipping sauce
