Katsu Sandwich

This Low Carb Katsu Sandwich features crispy pork cutlets, perfectly seasoned and served between two layers of crunchy lettuce, offering a delightful twist on the traditional Japanese dish. It's a satisfying meal packed with flavor while keeping the carbs to a minimum.

Ingredients

• Pork loin - 250 grams
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Romaine lettuce leaves - 4 large
• Katsu sauce - 2 tablespoons (optional for serving)

Steps

1. Pound the pork loin to about 1 cm thickness and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Set up a breading station with almond flour in one bowl and a beaten egg in another.
3. Dredge each pork loin piece in almond flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and coat again with almond flour for extra crunch.
4. Heat coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded pork cutlets.
5. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and let rest on a paper towel.
6. Take two large romaine lettuce leaves and place a pork cutlet between them to form a sandwich.
7. Drizzle with katsu sauce if desired, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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