Agedashi Tofu

Name: Agedashi Tofu
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 14 ounces firm tofu; 1/2 cup potato starch; 2 cups vegetable oil; 1 cup dashi stock; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons mirin; 2 tablespoons grated daikon radish; 1 stalk green onion

Savor crispy-fried tofu in a warm, savory dashi broth, garnished with grated daikon and fresh green onion.

Japanese⏱ 25 min⚠ Contains 1 allergen(s)

✨ High in sodium✨ High in fat✨ Good source of calcium

Ingredients

Firm tofu14 ounces
Potato starch1/2 cup
Vegetable oil2 cups
Dashi stock1 cup
Soy sauce2 tablespoons
Mirin2 tablespoons
Grated daikon radish2 tablespoons
Green onion1 stalk

Nutrition (per serving, makes 3)

Calories347 kcal

Protein12.3 g

Carbs24.6 g

Fat23.2 g

Fiber0.7 g

Sugar4.2 g

Sodium640 mg

Vitamin C3.8 mg

Iron0.1 mg

Calcium146 mg

Potassium198 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Gently press tofu to remove excess water, then cut into 8 equal cubes and lightly coat each cube with potato starch.
2Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C) and carefully fry the tofu cubes until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
3While tofu fries, whisk together dashi stock, soy sauce, and mirin in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer.
4Remove fried tofu from oil, drain briefly on paper towels, then arrange in serving bowls and pour the hot dashi broth over them.
5Garnish immediately with a spoonful of grated daikon radish and thinly sliced green onion.