Description
Crispy Ham Katsu Croque Madame is a delicious fusion of Japanese and French flavors, perfect for brunch or lunch. This indulgent dish features crunchy ham katsu layered with melty cheese and topped with a sunny-side-up egg, all nestled between toasted slices of sourdough or brioche. With its delightful textures and savory richness, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 thick slices sourdough or brioche bread
- 4 oz high-quality deli ham
- 2 oz Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Dredge ham in flour, then dip in a mixture of whisked egg and milk.
- Coat the ham with panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Melt butter in the skillet and fry each slice for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Assemble by layering fried ham on toasted bread, adding cheese, and topping with a sunny-side-up egg.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 250mg