Chicken Katsu

39g protein · 20 min · 1188 kcal

Chicken Katsu

This Chicken Katsu recipe offers a keto-friendly twist on a classic Japanese favorite, featuring crispy coconut-coated chicken served with a flavorful katsu sauce.

20 min2 servings1188 kcal

Ingredients

  • 10.5 ounces chicken thigh filets
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored protein powder
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 cup desiccated coconut
  • 1 cup ghee (for frying)
  • Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie, for serving)
  • Chopped spring onions (for garnish)
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • A pinch of freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sugar-free ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon xylitol honey

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix ketchup, oyster sauce, xylitol honey, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl to make the katsu sauce. Keep it aside.

  2. 2

    Pound chicken filets lightly using a meat mallet.

  3. 3

    Warm up two inches of ghee in a skillet.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle sea salt, black pepper, and a bit of protein powder over the filets.

  5. 5

    Dip each filet in the beaten eggs and ensure they're covered well.

  6. 6

    Next, coat the filets with desiccated coconut.

  7. 7

    Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

  8. 8

    Remove from ghee and place on a cooling rack to rest.

  9. 9

    Slice the filets, then top with Japanese mayonnaise and your katsu sauce.

  10. 10

    Add some chopped spring onions, and it's ready to eat!

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