Lucy's Quick Tonkatsu Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Lucy's Quick Tonkatsu Sauce
66 min.
4
68kcal

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Craving that authentic Tonkatsu experience but short on time? Lucy's Quick Tonkatsu Sauce is your answer! This recipe captures the savory, tangy, and slightly sweet essence of traditional Tonkatsu sauce without the lengthy preparation. And the best part? It's naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for everyone to enjoy!

Forget complicated ingredient lists and simmering for hours. This recipe uses simple pantry staples and a microwave to whip up a flavorful sauce that perfectly complements crispy Tonkatsu, cutlets, or even as a dipping sauce for your favorite appetizers. In just over an hour (mostly for flavor infusion!), you'll have a delicious homemade sauce that rivals anything you can buy in a store.

Imagine biting into a perfectly breaded pork cutlet, the satisfying crunch giving way to tender meat, and then the final touch – a generous dollop of Lucy's Quick Tonkatsu Sauce. The explosion of umami, the subtle sweetness, and the hint of spice all come together to create a truly unforgettable culinary experience. Get ready to elevate your next meal with this easy and delicious sauce!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons cooking sherry dry
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup catsup 
  • 2.5 tablespoons soya sauce reduced-sodium
  • 1.5 tablespoons sugar white
  • 2.5 tablespoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Combine the ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sherry, sugar, garlic powder, and ginger in a microwave-safe coffee mug or glass measuring cup. Stir well with a fork and microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir again and set aside.
  2. Let stand for 1 hour to allow the flavors to incorporate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories68kcal
Protein7.5%
Fat1.13%
Carbs91.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.52
Glycemic Load
3.18
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.6308695544367%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.2kcal
3.41%
Fat:0.09g
0.13%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.09%
Carbohydrates:15.9g
5.3%
Net Carbohydrates:15.67g
5.7%
Sugar:12.07g
13.41%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:770.84mg
33.51%
Alcohol:0.58g
100%
Alcohol %:1.2%
100%
Protein:1.31g
2.61%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.29%
Potassium:216.36mg
6.18%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.31%
Iron:0.89mg
4.95%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.7%
Magnesium:13.57mg
3.39%
Phosphorus:33.76mg
3.38%
Vitamin E:0.49mg
3.27%
Vitamin A:162.37IU
3.25%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.25%
Vitamin C:2.62mg
3.17%
Copper:0.06mg
2.77%
Folate:8.22µg
2.05%
Calcium:20mg
2%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.18%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.12%
Source:Allrecipes