Katsu Don with Tofu and Chicken
Katsu Don with Tofu and Chicken is a delightful low-carb twist on the traditional Japanese rice bowl, featuring crispy chicken and tofu simmered in a savory sauce. This flavorful dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch while keeping the carb count low.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
420 kcal
Ingredients
- Chicken breast - 200 grams
- Firm tofu - 150 grams
- Eggs - 2 large
- Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
- Mirin - 2 tablespoons
- Dashi stock - 150 ml
- Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
- Coconut flour - 2 tablespoons
- Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Oil (for frying) - 3 tablespoons
Steps
- Begin by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into 1 cm thick slices.
- In a bowl, mix the coconut flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken breast in this mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil and fry the tofu until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, soy sauce, mirin, and dashi stock.
- In the pan, add the chopped green onions and pour the egg mixture over them. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to set.
- Add the chicken and tofu back into the pan, gently pushing them into the egg mixture. Cover and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the eggs are fully set.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 40 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 300 mg
- Total Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.3 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
Tags
JapaneseLow CarbLunch