Ham and Cheese Cutlets

ハムチーズカツレツ

Layers of ready-to-eat ham and cheese become crisp, golden cutlets.

Servings and Time

Serves 2-3 as a shared small plate. 15 minutes prep; 10 minutes cooking. Times are approximate; use the doneness checks below.

Ingredients

  • 8 slices ready-to-eat ham
  • 2 slices melting cheese, cut to fit inside the ham
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 60 g panko
  • Neutral oil for shallow frying
  • Shredded cabbage, to serve

Tools Used

Deep fry pan, tongs, three breading plates, and wire rack.

Steps

  1. Make two stacks: ham, cheese, ham, ham, ham, keeping the cheese inside the edges.
  2. Coat the stacks in flour, beaten egg, and panko, pressing the coating around the edges.
  3. Heat 1 cm oil in a deep pan to 170 C / 340 F. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese is melted.
  4. Drain on a rack, cut carefully, and serve with cabbage.

Serving Notes

Let stand for 1 minute before cutting; the cheese will be hot.

Nutrition Note

Ham and cheese are salty, so season the accompanying cabbage lightly.

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