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Tonkatsu Sauce is a popular Japanese sauce made from fruits, vegetables, and seasonings. It is thick, dark brown in color and has a mildly sweet, tangy flavor. It is often served as a condiment for deep-fried pork cutlets known as tonkatsu.

Ingredients

Tonkatsu sauce typically consists of fruits like apples, plums, and apricots as well as vegetables such as onions, carrots, and celery. Seasonings like soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sugar and spices are also added to give tonkatsu sauce its signature flavor.

Nutritional Facts

Tonkatsu sauce is high in calories and fat, but it also contains some beneficial nutrients. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins C and K, as well as minerals like calcium and iron. However, due to its high sugar content, it should be consumed in moderation.