Low Carb Tonkatsu
Satisfy your crunchy cravings without the carbs with this irresistible Low Carb Tonkatsu recipe! A keto-friendly twist on the Japanese classic, these golden pork loin cutlets are seasoned to perfection and coated in a mix of almond flour and crushed pork rinds for that signature crispy texture. Fried in avocado oil, this gluten-free dish boasts rich flavor and satisfying crunch, paired with a drizzle of sugar-free tonkatsu sauce for a tangy, savory finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or a special treat. Serve with shredded cabbage for a traditional touch or alongside your favorite keto sides to keep it low carb and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork loin cutlets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 cups Almond flour
- 1 cup Crushed pork rinds
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Avocado oil (or other neutral high-heat oil)
- 0.25 cups Sugar-free tonkatsu sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups Shredded cabbage (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Place the pork cutlets on a cutting board and use a meat mallet to pound them to about 1/4-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with almond flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed pork rinds.
Dredge each pork cutlet in the almond flour, ensuring an even coat. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing excess egg to drip off. Lastly, coat it in the crushed pork rinds, pressing gently to adhere.
Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot (around 350°F or 175°C), carefully add the breaded cutlets in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry each cutlet for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.
Transfer the cooked cutlets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the low carb tonkatsu hot, drizzled with sugar-free tonkatsu sauce. Optionally, serve alongside shredded cabbage or your favorite keto-friendly sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 240.1 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.4 g | 267% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 732 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 5557 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 189.2 g | 378% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1834 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
