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Big Katsu

🇯🇵 A dish from Japan

Big Katsu, a dish from Japan
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Big Katsu is a type of Japanese snack food. In name and appearance it is similar to breaded pork cutlets, but instead of pork it contains shredded fish surimi.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsfish surimi, breadcrumbs, wheat flour, sweet-savory sauce, seasoning
🔥Cooking methodbreaded and fried flat sheet
👅Flavour & stylesweet-savory, umami, crispy, mimics fried cutlet
🕒When it’s eatensnack

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Big Katsu come from?
Big Katsu is a dish that originated in Japan.
What is Big Katsu?
Big Katsu is a type of Japanese snack food. In name and appearance it is similar to breaded pork cutlets, but instead of pork it contains shredded fish surimi.