Agedashi Tofu (Pan-fried Tofu in Dashi)

1. 1

   Grate the daikon radish and lightly drain.

2. 2

   Grate the ginger.

3. 3

   Drain the tofu well.

4. 4

   Separate into portions for each person and sprinkle with katakuriko (not listed).

5. 5

   Shake off the excess katakuriko.

6. 6

   Pan-fry the tofu, stirring, in a generous amount of oil.

7. 7

   When the tofu is crunchy and browned on all sides, turn off the heat.

8. 8

   Drain the oil from the tofu.

9. 9

   Make the dashi.

10. 10

    Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small pot.

11. 11

    Add 1 teaspoon of dashi stock powder and the ingredients and bring to a boil.

12. 12

    Add katakuriko (dissolved in an equal amount of water).

13. 13

    Bring to a boil, stir to thicken, and turn off the heat.

14. 14

    Add the daikon radish and ginger from Step 1 and mix in.

15. 15

    Arrange the tofu on a plate and pour the sauce from Step 3 over it.

16. 16

    Top with shredded green onions.

17. 17

    All done.

18. 18

    Enjoy ginger-flavored dashi with tofu.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.