Crispy, golden tonkatsu deserves the perfect sauce, rich, tangy, and bursting with umami. This easy homemade tonkatsu sauce comes together in minutes with simple pantry staples, delivering that authentic Japanese flavor. With a balance of sweetness, saltiness, and a nutty hint from toasted sesame, it’s better than store-bought. Drizzle it over pork cutlets, chicken katsu, or even fries for a next-level dipping experience. Let’s make this irresistibly bold and flavorful sauce.

The Ultimate Tonkatsu Sauce Recipe

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Servings

cup

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

This homemade tonkatsu sauce yields about one cup. Enjoy it as a flavorful alternative to store-bought versions, perfect for katsu chicken or any crispy fried cutlet. Bon Appétit!

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Ingredients

½ cup Tomato Ketchup
3 tbsp Soy Sauce
3 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tbsp Oyster Sauce
3 tbsp Brown Sugar
1 tbsp White Sesame Seeds (toasted, ground)

Directions

Add the ingredients to a large bowl accordingly.
Use a whisk to combine the ingredients well until the sugar dissolves.
Transfer to a serving dish.
Mix about 1 tbsp of toasted and ground white sesame seeds if desired.
Enjoy fresh!

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Notes

Add more or less brown sugar to suit your taste. For a deeper flavor, try honey instead.
A splash of mirin or a pinch of dashi powder enhances the richness.
Blend for a silky texture or leave the sesame seeds slightly coarse for extra nuttiness.