JAPANESE AGEDASHI TOFU

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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.

Provided by ChefJackie

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

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.
Meanwhile, combine water, soy sauce, mirin, and dashi in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Remove from heat and set aside.
Remove weight, plate, and paper towels. Cut tofu into 3/4-inch cubes. Place flour in a bowl and lightly coat tofu with flour.
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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 478.2 mg, Sugar 3.5 g