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Tasty Apprentice
Enjoy the crispy and savory goodness of Agedashi Tofu, a Japanese favorite that's both comforting and easy to make!
**Ingredients**:
- 1 block firm tofu, drained and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil, for frying
**For the Sauce**:
- 1/2 cup dashi (Japanese soup stock)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp sugar
**Garnishes**:
- 1 tbsp sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp grated daikon radish
- A sprinkle of bonito flakes (optional)
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds (optional)
**Instructions**:
1. **Prepare the Tofu**:
- Drain the tofu and pat it dry with paper towels. To remove excess moisture, you can place the tofu between paper towels and press gently.
- Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- Coat each tofu cube evenly with cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
2. **Fry the Tofu**:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the tofu cubes in batches, without overcrowding the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the tofu with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
3. **Prepare the Sauce**:
- In a small saucepan, combine dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. **Serve**:
- Arrange the fried tofu cubes in a serving dish.
- Pour the warm sauce over the tofu.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, grated daikon radish, bonito flakes, and sesame seeds if desired.
5. **Enjoy**:
- Serve immediately while the tofu is crispy and enjoy the delightful Agedashi Tofu!
**Ingredients**:- 1 block firm tofu, drained and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil, for frying
**For the Sauce**:
- 1/2 cup dashi (Japanese soup stock)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp sugar
**Garnishes**:
- 1 tbsp sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp grated daikon radish
- A sprinkle of bonito flakes (optional)
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds (optional)
**Instructions**:1. **Prepare the Tofu**:
- Drain the tofu and pat it dry with paper towels. To remove excess moisture, you can place the tofu between paper towels and press gently.
- Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- Coat each tofu cube evenly with cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
2. **Fry the Tofu**:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the tofu cubes in batches, without overcrowding the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the tofu with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
3. **Prepare the Sauce**:
- In a small saucepan, combine dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. **Serve**:
- Arrange the fried tofu cubes in a serving dish.
- Pour the warm sauce over the tofu.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, grated daikon radish, bonito flakes, and sesame seeds if desired.
5. **Enjoy**:
- Serve immediately while the tofu is crispy and enjoy the delightful Agedashi Tofu!
