Low Fat Sauce Tonkatsu
Delight in the bold, tangy flavors of this Low Fat Sauce Tonkatsu—a healthier take on the classic Japanese tonkatsu sauce without compromising on taste. Crafted with low-sodium soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and apple cider vinegar, this guilt-free recipe delivers a perfectly balanced combination of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Enhanced with garlic and onion powders, a hint of fresh ginger, and a touch of stevia for a natural sweetness, this sauce thickens beautifully with a simple cornstarch slurry for a silky finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this low-calorie tonkatsu sauce pairs wonderfully with crispy breaded pork cutlets, but it also elevates grilled chicken, tofu, or vegetable dishes. Perfect for anyone seeking a lighter, flavor-packed condiment, this easy homemade sauce is your go-to option for effortless meal enhancement!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Stevia or favorite low-calorie sweetener equivalent to 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine low-sodium soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, stevia, garlic powder, onion powder, and grated fresh ginger.
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and the tomato paste is fully dissolved.
In a small saucepan, add the mixture and cook over medium heat.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water until it forms a smooth slurry.
Once the sauce begins to simmer, slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan.
Continue to stir the sauce constantly until it thickens to the desired consistency, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve the Low Fat Sauce Tonkatsu alongside your favorite dish, commonly paired with breaded pork cutlets.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
94 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1638 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 588 mg | 12% | |
*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.
