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Tonkatsu Sauce

A rich and tangy sauce that adds great flavor to dishes like pork cutlets and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Storage container or jar

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and ground ginger.
  3. Use a whisk to combine all ingredients until smooth.
  4. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. After simmering, taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or tang if desired.
  7. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
  8. Transfer the cooled sauce to a storage container or jar and seal tightly.

Notes

This sauce is versatile and pairs well with various dishes such as pork cutlets, grilled chicken, and vegetable stir-fries.