Ganmo Modoki Recipe

Name: Ganmo Modoki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 30 ounces waterpacked tofu; 2 tablespoons grated carrots; 2 tablespoons onions or 2 tablespoons scallions or 2 tablespoons leeks or 2 tablespoons gingerroot, diced; 2 tablespoons diced mushrooms; 2 tablespoons green peas, see note; 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds or 2 tablespoons peanuts or 2 tablespoons chopped nuts; 2 tablespoons roasted sesame seeds or 2 tablespoons poppy seeds, see note; 2 tablespoons raisins; ¾ teaspoon salt; oil

Servings: persons

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Use the peas with Ganmo balls.
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Sesame and poppy seed may be ground or whole.
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You squeeze this tofu as well as pressing.
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First press the tofu.
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Then place at center of large dry dishtowel and gather to form sack.
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Twist closed and squeeze tofu firmly.
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Knead it 2 to 3 minutes to expel as much water as possible.
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Squeeze lightly enough so that no tofu penetrates the sacke.
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Empty into bowl.
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This results in a mashed tofu that is slighly cohesive and resembles cottage cheese.
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Combine first 8 ingredients in shallow bowl.
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Mix well.
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Knead for 3 minutes.
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Add salt and knead for 3 more minutes.
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Dough should be smooth and hold together.
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Fill wok with 2 to 2 1/2 inches oil and heat to 300F Moisten palms owth oil and shape dough into 8 patties about 3 X 3 1/2 or 12 balls 1 1/2 inch.
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Deep fry for 4 to 6 minutes or until they float high in oil.
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Turn over and deep fry patties a bit more until they are crisp and golden brown.
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Drain on rack or paper towels.
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Sprinkle with shoyu if desired.
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Refrigerate in airtight container.
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Will keep 1 week.
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Frozen keeps indefinitely.

101

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 30 ounces waterpacked tofu, 2 tablespoons grated carrots, 2 tablespoons onions or 2 tablespoons scallions or 2 tablespoons leeks or 2 tablespoons gingerroot, diced, 2 tablespoons diced mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Ganmo Modoki falls under the General 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!

Ganmo Modoki

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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