Katsu Sauce Recipe Quick And Easy

If you’re looking for more tasty homemade sauces to level up your favorite Asian dishes with, try yakitori sauce, yum yum sauce, or sweet chili sauce!

What is Tonkatsu (Katsu) Sauce?

Katsu, also called bull-dog sauce, is a Japanese dipping sauce served alongside fried chicken or pork cutlets, also known as chicken katsu! If you’ve never tried this dreamy condiment before, you’re missing out. Katsu sauce is similar to barbecue sauce, with ketchup as its base. Then it gets mixed with Worcestershire sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and garlic and onion powders to really make the flavor pop.

Ingredients in Katsu Sauce

It only takes a few ingredients to make katsu sauce, and they’re all really simple and easy to find! Of course, you can tweak the ratios to your liking. Check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

Ketchup: Like barbecue sauce, ketchup is the base of katsu sauce. It adds just the right amount of sweetness and acidity. Worcestershire Sauce: For a punch of tangy, umami flavor. Sugar: Balances the flavors in your sauce. You can add more or less to taste, depending on how sweet you like your sauces. Oyster Sauce: Oyster sauce isn’t quite as salty as soy sauce, but has a similar taste. Hoisin sauce can also be used as a substitute. Garlic Powder and Onion Powder: For a punch of sharp, savory flavor.

How to Make Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce

With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a fresh batch of homemade katsu sauce, in minutes, so there’s no trip to the grocery store needed! Plus, your family will love how it tastes.

Make it Sweeter: If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more sugar to taste. Start with the suggested amount of 2 tablespoons and then adjust accordingly! You can also use brown sugar or honey instead. Extra Flavor: Add a few drops of rice wine vinegar for more tanginess, or sesame oil for some nuttiness! Let the Flavors Meld: For a stronger flavor, refrigerate your sauce for about an hour before serving.