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Season both sides with salt and pepper.","group":"Preparation","title":"Tenderize the pork loin pieces","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Dredge each pork cutlet in flour, then dip into one beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.","group":"Breading","title":"Dredge each pork cutlet","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Breading"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Heat oil to 350°F (177°C) in a deep pan. Fry the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack and slice into 1-inch strips.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat oil to 350°F","timerMinutes":8,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a small skillet or katsudon pan, combine dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Add the sliced onion and bring to a simmer over medium heat until softened.","group":"Sauce","title":"Combine dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Sauce"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Place the sliced tonkatsu on top of the onions in the pan. Lightly beat the remaining 2 eggs and pour them over the pork and sauce. Cover with a lid and cook for 1 minute until the egg is just set but still soft.","group":"Assembly","title":"Place the sliced tonkatsu","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Slide the pork and egg mixture over a bowl of hot steamed rice. Serve immediately.","group":"Serving","title":"Slide the pork and egg mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Using panko breadcrumbs is essential for the signature crunch. For the best texture, don't overcook the eggs; they should be slightly runny when you take the pan off the heat.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry","simmer"],"equipment":["deep fryer or heavy pot","katsudon pan or small skillet","meat mallet","wire rack"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs","soy"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"bowls","note":"Standard individual servings"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The tonkatsu can be fried ahead of time and reheated in an oven to keep it crispy before simmering."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Best eaten fresh. 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