Agedashi Tofu Recipe

Name: Agedashi Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4-6 oz. soft tofu; cornstarch; Oil for deep frying; Sauce; 1/2 cup dashi; 2 Tbs. soy sauce; 11/2 Tbs. mirin; Condiments; green onions, thinly sliced; Grated ginger; Grated daikon (white radish)

Servings: persons

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["Cut the soft tofu into rectangular pieces about 1"" thick.", "Arrange the layers on paper towels and leave for 10-15 minutes to drain. Change the paper and turn over the slices.", "", "Mix sauce ingredients, heat in a pan until boiling.", "", "Sprinkle cornstarch on a plate. Arrange the tofu slices on it. Sprinkle more cornstarch over the tofu. A powdered sugar shaker does a good job here.", "", "Heat the oil to 355u00b0F (180u00b0C) for deep frying.", "", "Pat any excess cornstarch off the tofu slices and slide them into the hot oil, one by one. Don't add too many slices at once, because tofu lowers the oil temperature.", "", "Fry until golden, turning once.", "Remove and drain on paper towels.", "", "Arrange in a compote-type dish, pour the sauce. Top with a mound of grated daikon, a bit of grated ginger, and sliced green onions. You can also add a few bonito flakes"]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4-6 oz. soft tofu, cornstarch, Oil for deep frying, Sauce, and more.

Yes, Agedashi Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Agedashi Tofu

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