Moist and Chewy Mitarashi Dango with Tofu

1. 1

   Put the tofu (no need to drain) and joshinko into a bowl, and knead until it forms a ball.

2. 2

   Divide into 12 pieces, and form balls.

3. 3

   Boil water in a pot.

4. 4

   Once the water is boiling, add in the dango balls.

5. 5

   When they start floating (after about 3 minutes), remove from the water.

6. 6

   Soak in cold water for 10 seconds.

7. 7

   Drain in a sieve, and place 2 or 3 on each skewer

8. 8

   Lightly brown in a heated pan or a grill.

9. 9

   The dango balls are done.

10. 10

    Make the sauce.

11. 11

    Pour all ingredients in a pot, and mix.

12. 12

    When they are mixed, turn the heat to low, and thicken the sauce.

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    Once thickened, the sauce is done.

14. 14

    Coat the dango balls with plenty of sauce, and enjoy.

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    They are also delicious with anko (sweetened red bean paste).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.