Name: Japanese Agedashi Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Firm silken tofu - 1 (10.5 ounce) package; Water - 2 cups; Light soy sauce - 2 tablespoons; Mirin - 2 tablespoons; Dashi granules - 1 teaspoon; All-purpose flour, or as needed - ¼ cup; Vegetable oil for frying - ¼ cup; Green onions, chopped - 2

Ingredients for - Japanese Agedashi Tofu

1. Firm silken tofu 1 (10.5 ounce) package

2. Water 2 cups

3. Light soy sauce 2 tablespoons

4. Mirin 2 tablespoons

5. Dashi granules 1 teaspoon

6. All-purpose flour, or as needed ¼ cup

7. Vegetable oil for frying ¼ cup

8. Green onions, chopped 2

How to cook deliciously - Japanese Agedashi Tofu

1 . Stage

Place the block of tofu between sheets of paper towels. Set a plate on top; add a 3- to 5-pound weight to the plate. Press tofu for 15 minutes; drain and discard the accumulated liquid.

2 . Stage

Meanwhile, combine water, soy sauce, mirin, and dashi in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Remove from heat and set aside.

3 . Stage

Remove weight, plate, and paper towels. Cut tofu into 3/4-inch cubes. Place flour in a bowl and lightly coat tofu with flour.

4 . Stage

Heat oil in a heavy pot and fry tofu until golden-brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Fry in batches if necessary so as not to overcrowd the pot. Place fried tofu in a serving dish and pour sauce on top. Sprinkle with green onions. AllrecipesPhoto