Tonkatsu

豚カツ Also: Pork Katsu, Breaded Pork Cutlet
Gluten: Likely contains restriction
Egg: Likely contains restriction
Soy: Likely contains restriction

A thick pork loin or fillet breaded with panko breadcrumbs and deep-fried, served with tonkatsu sauce, shredded cabbage, and steamed rice.

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

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Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • pork loin or fillet
  • panko breadcrumbs (Gluten)
  • egg (Egg)
  • flour (Gluten)
  • tonkatsu sauce
  • shredded cabbage

Hidden Ingredients

These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.

  • panko breadcrumbs (wheat)
  • egg wash for breading
  • tonkatsu sauce (contains soy sauce and wheat)
  • shared fryer with other wheat/egg items

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Likely OK

Traditional tonkatsu does not use dairy in the breading or sauce.

Gluten-Free

Likely contains restriction

Panko breadcrumbs, flour coating, and tonkatsu sauce all contain wheat.

Peanut-Free

Likely OK

Peanuts are not used in tonkatsu.

Tree Nut-Free

Likely OK

Tree nuts are not used in tonkatsu.

Shellfish-Free

Check with staff

Shared fryer with ebi (shrimp) katsu is common in katsu restaurants.

Egg-Free

Likely contains restriction

Egg wash is essential for the breading to adhere.

Fish-Free

Likely OK

Tonkatsu is pork-based. Tonkatsu sauce does not contain fish. Verify dashi is not used in the sauce.

Soy-Free

Likely contains restriction

Tonkatsu sauce contains soy sauce.

Sesame-Free

Likely OK

Sesame is not used in traditional tonkatsu.

Vegetarian

Likely contains restriction

Contains pork.

Key risk: Tonkatsu involves three layers of allergens: a flour coating, an egg wash, and panko (wheat) breadcrumbs. The tonkatsu sauce served alongside also contains soy sauce (wheat + soy). This dish is unsafe for gluten, egg, and soy-free diners.

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Important: Dish Scout is a reference guide, not medical advice. Traditional recipes vary by restaurant, region, and chef. Always verify ingredients with restaurant staff before ordering. When in doubt, don't eat it.