Sauce katsudon
An exquisite “sauce katsudon” from Gunma with a crispy texture and rich sauce!Sauce katsudon introduction
Known as representative B-grade gourmet food in Gunma Prefecture, “sauce katsudon” is a superb dish that perfectly matches freshly fried cutlets with a special sauce. Influenced by Western food culture in the early Showa period, it is said that it began when cutlets were incorporated into rice bowls. In Kiryu City in particular, as defined by the “Kiryu Sauce Katsudon Association,” the style of using pork tenderloin, dipping freshly fried cutlets through the sauce and putting them on rice is mainstream. The pork tenderloin used is low in fat and is characterized by its soft texture, and when deep-fried, it is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Each store and home has its own unique recipe for dipping cutlets, and there are a variety of sauces, from sweet to spicy. Also, putting cutlets directly on top of rice is the Gunma style, which is characterized by a simple arrangement without putting cabbage on top. In terms of nutrition, it is 773 kilocalories per cup (approx. 413.6 g), and protein, fat, and carbohydrates can be ingested in a well-balanced manner. In addition, pork is rich in B vitamins and iron, which are also useful for energy supplementation and recovery from fatigue. Japanese sake from Gunma prefecture goes well with this sauce katsudon. In particular, junmaishu, which has a light mouthfeel, and ginjoshu with a fruity aroma enhance the umami of cutlets and the richness of the sauce. Also, if you add green tea with low astringency or refreshing oolong tea after a meal, the inside of your mouth will be refreshed and your sense of satisfaction will be further enhanced. Sauce-katsudon, which is served at many cafeterias and restaurants in Gunma prefecture, symbolizes the food culture of the region. Its simple yet profound flavor is loved not only by locals but also by tourists. Please be sure to visit Gunma and enjoy this exquisite gourmet food!
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