Katsu Noodle

Katsu Noodle is a deliciously crispy yet healthy Japanese dish that combines tender soba noodles with a flavorful vegetable stir-fry, topped with a light, crispy chicken katsu. This meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner without compromising on nutrition.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 200 grams
• Chicken breast - 200 grams
• Panko breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Broccoli - 150 grams, cut into florets
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Water - 1 liter

Steps

1. Cook the soba noodles in boiling salted water for about 4-5 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the chicken katsu by flattening the chicken breast with a meat mallet, season with salt and pepper.
3. Dip the chicken into the beaten egg, then coat it in panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of sesame oil. Once hot, add the breaded chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let it rest.
5. In the same skillet, add the garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the carrot, bell pepper, and broccoli, stir-frying for about 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
6. Add the cooked soba noodles to the skillet with the vegetables, and drizzle with soy sauce and mirin, tossing everything together until well combined. Cook for another minute.
7. Slice the chicken katsu into strips and serve it over the soba noodle stir-fry, garnishing with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Includes a variety of vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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