Firm Tofu with Nameko Mushroom Sauce Recipe

Name: Firm Tofu with Nameko Mushroom Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 grams Firm tofu; 6 pieces Japanese leek (4 cm length); 3 leaves Shiso leaves; 1 packet Nameko mushrooms; 2 Shiitake mushrooms (sun-dried); 100 ml Dashi stock; 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp each Sake, mirin; 1 tbsp Katakuriko; 1 tbsp Water; 1 Plain flour; 1 Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

250 grams Firm tofu
6 pieces Japanese leek (4 cm length)
3 leaves Shiso leaves
1 packet Nameko mushrooms
2 Shiitake mushrooms (sun-dried)
100 ml Dashi stock
3 tbsp Soy sauce
2 tbsp each Sake, mirin
1 tbsp Katakuriko
1 tbsp Water
1 Plain flour
1 Vegetable oil

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1) Wrap the tofu in paper towels and place it on a cutting board.
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Tilt the cutting board by putting something under one end.
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Place a heat resistant dish that weighs 300 g on top of the tofu, and leave it for 1 hour to drain the excess water.
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Coat the tofu with plain flour before frying.
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2) Heat a frying pan and coat with vegetable oil.
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Brown both sides of the tofu and Japanese leek.
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3) At the same time, put the dashi stock and thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms in a sauce pan, and bring it to a boil.
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4) Add the seasonings, and when the mushrooms are cooked through, add the katakuriko dissolved in water to thicken the sauce.
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5) Serve the fried tofu and Japanese leek onto a plate and pour over the sauce.
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Scatter shiso leaves on top, and it's done.

336

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 grams Firm tofu, 6 pieces Japanese leek (4 cm length), 3 leaves Shiso leaves, 1 packet Nameko mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Firm Tofu with Nameko Mushroom Sauce 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!

Firm Tofu with Nameko Mushroom Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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