Tonkatsu Pork & Cheese Burger

This is a really easy yet crunchy homestyle burger. I shift the idea of Japanese Tonkatsu Pork into a burger sandwich, the result is really good!

First, season the pork, usually per serving is 1 to 2 slices of pork, seasoned with a pinch of salt, ground black pepper and onion powder. Let it sit for about 5 minutes. If you have more time, it’s better if you season it and let it marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

Prepare 1 beaten egg in one bowl. Some plain flour in another bowl and some white breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

There are 3 steps you have to follow in order to make your deep-fried pork – if you follow these steps it will out really crunchy and golden brown. First, you need to dip the pork with plain flour, cover both sides, then dip into beaten egg, both sides and third, dip it in the breadcrumbs evenly.

Remember to preheat your frying pan over medium heat, with enough oil to cover the bottom. Test with a drop of the breadcrumbs to check whether the oil is ready for deep-frying. If you’re afraid the heat will get too hot, turn to lower heat. Either way, slowly fry the pork until golden brown. When done, remove the pork from the hot oil onto a paper towel lined plate, so the grease can drain.

Divide the burger bun into half, top with lettuce, a tomato slice, cucumber slices and onion rings, then top with the deep-fried pork, finally drizzle with tonkatsu sauce, mayo, bonito flakes and seaweed powder.