Japanese Tonkatsu Sauce

• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 tablespoon sake or dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar

Steps

1. 1 In a small saucepan, combine Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar.
2. 2 Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
3. 3 Stir occasionally until the mixture thickens slightly and sugar is fully dissolved, about 5 minutes.
4. 4 Remove from heat and let cool.
5. 5 Transfer to a bottle or jar for storage.

Nutrition

Tips

• For a smoother sauce, strain out any solids after cooling.
• Substitute mirin with a mix of equal parts water and sugar if unavailable.
• This sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to a week.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with crispy tonkatsu cutlets.
• Drizzle over grilled meats or roasted vegetables.
• Use as a dipping sauce for yakitori or tempura.

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