published Aug 21, 2023 Today’s recipe for katsu sauce, or tonkatsu sauce, is a gift from the world of Japanese cuisine. Often referred to as Japanese barbecue sauce, this sauce is traditionally paired with breaded and fried cutlets of meat. As simple as the ingredient list seems, this sauce delivers a serious dose of flavor. It features the bright, enticing tanginess of ketchup and the scintillating savory-sweetness of Worcestershire and oyster sauce. We add a touch of sweetness and get a concoction that will transform the simplest of meals into a sweet-and-sour sensation. This katsu sauce recipe is the perfect way to jazz up a quick weeknight meal! For more easy Asian sauces, check out my Ginger Sauce, Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce, and this Bulgogi Sauce (Korean BBQ Sauce). Love this recipe? Share it with the world on Pinterest.