Cook without Deep-Frying! Youlinji-Style Firm Tofu

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   To make the youlinji sauce: 1...Add the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and water into a heatproof dish, and microwave for about 1.5 minutes at 600 W.

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   2Add the minced white part of the Japanese leek and white sesame seeds to Step 1, then mix.

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   Wrap the firm tofu with 2 layers of paper towels, and leave them for a while.

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   After draining the excess water, cut into bite-sized pieces.

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   Wrap the firm tofu with paper towels, and place in a sieve which sits on top of a container.

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   Cover with a lid, and leave it for about half a day in the fridge.

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   You can remove a lot of excess water by doing so.

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   Heat a frying pan, and add vegetable oil.

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   Coat the Step 3 firm tofu with katakuriko.

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    Place in the pan, cover with a lid, and fry.

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    Fry for a while, remove the lid, and flip.

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    Fry without the lid until the surfaces become crispy.

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    Serve on a plate, and pour the Step 2 sauce as much as you like.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.