Japanese Agedashi Tofu

Name: Japanese Agedashi Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 (10.5 ounce) package firm silken tofu; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 2 tablespoons mirin; 1 teaspoon dashi granules; ¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed; vegetable oil for frying; 2 green onions, chopped

Rating: 4.5 stars

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This quick and easy Japanese fried tofu recipe is a great appetizer. Crispy fried cubes of tofu are served with a tasty sauce and chopped green onion.

By ChefJackie

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Recipe Summary

prep:

10 mins

cook:

5 mins

total:

30 mins

additional:

15 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 4 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (10.5 ounce) package firm silken tofu
2 cups water
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 teaspoon dashi granules
¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
vegetable oil for frying
2 green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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.

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Step 2

Meanwhile, combine water, soy sauce, mirin, and dashi in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3

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

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.

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.