11/04/2025
π· Kyoto Pork Chops Recipe
A crispy, juicy pork chop dish smothered in a glossy, sweet-sour Kyoto-style sauce, perfect with steamed rice!
π½ Serves: 2β3 | β± Prep Time: 15 min | π₯ Cook Time: 15 min
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π Ingredients
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For the Pork Chops
β’ 300β400g pork chops (boneless, about 2β3 pieces)
β’ 1 tbsp light soy sauce
β’ Β½ tsp salt
β’ Β½ tsp white pepper
β’ 1 tsp Shaoxing wine (optional)
β’ 1 tsp cornstarch
β’ 1 egg (for coating)
β’ Β½ cup cornstarch or potato starch (for dredging)
β’ Oil for deep frying
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For the Kyoto Sauce
β’ 2 tbsp ketchup
β’ 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
β’ 1 tbsp soy sauce
β’ 1 tbsp white vinegar
β’ 2 tbsp sugar
β’ 3 tbsp water
β’ 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water to thicken)
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Optional Stir-Fry Vegetables
β’ Sliced onions, green bell peppers, or pineapple chunks
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π©βπ³ Instructions
1οΈβ£ Marinate the Pork Chops:
β’ Pound pork chops to even thickness (about 1 cm).
β’ Marinate with soy sauce, salt, pepper, Shaoxing wine, and 1 tsp cornstarch for 15β20 minutes.
2οΈβ£ Coat & Fry:
β’ Dip marinated pork chops into beaten egg, then coat evenly in cornstarch or potato starch.
β’ Heat oil in a pan and deep-fry over medium-high heat until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
3οΈβ£ Prepare the Sauce:
β’ In a small bowl, mix ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water.
β’ Bring to a light simmer in a pan. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened and glossy.
4οΈβ£ Combine & Serve:
β’ Optional: Lightly stir-fry onions or peppers for 1β2 mins.
β’ Toss the crispy pork chops in the sauce (or drizzle over before serving).
β’ Serve hot with steamed rice π!
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π₯ Tips for Success
β’ Use boneless pork shoulder for extra tenderness.
β’ Adjust sauce sweetness or sourness to your taste.
β’ For an authentic touch, try adding pineapple to the sauce! π