TONKATSU SAUCE

This Tonkatsu sauce is sweet, tangy, salty, and deeply savory—like a richer, more complex version of ketchup. Swipe to make it!

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

This recipe captures the exact flavor of the traditional tonkatsu sauce you get at Japanese restaurants—sweet, tangy, slightly smoky, and addictively delicious

INGREDIENTS FOR TONKATSU SAUCE

–5 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce – 2 tablespoon sugar – 5 tablespoon ketchup – 2 tablespoon oyster sauce

In a medium bowl, combine Worcestershire sauce, sugar, ketchup, and oyster sauce. Stir until fully smooth and the sugar is completely dissolved.

STEP 1: MIX THE INGREDIENTS

STEP 2: ADJUST TO TASTE

Taste and customize with sugar for a sweeter taste, or with Worcestershire for a tangy kick.

STEP 3: STORE

Transfer to a clean jar or squeeze bottle. Refrigerate until ready to use. The sauce keeps well for up to 2 weeks.

PRO TIPS

- Chill the sauce for 30 mins to allow the flavors to meld - Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes to thicken the texture - Use mushroom-based oyster sauce for a vegan sauce

Want the full measurements, step-by-step instructions, and more tips? Click "learn more" or swipe up for the recipe.

GET THE FULL RECIPE