Nostalgic Stewed Atsuage

1. 1

   Cut the atsuage.

2. 2

   I cut each into 4 triangles, making a total of 8 pieces.

3. 3

   If you cut them on top of the package, you won't need to dirty your cutting board.

4. 4

   Boil water in a pot, then add the atsuage to remove excess oil.

5. 5

   Boil them until they become fluffy.

6. 6

   Drain, then rinse under water.

7. 7

   Put the atsuage and water in a pot, bring it to a boil, add the ingredients and simmer for about 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Stir in the ingredients, cover with a drop lid (aluminum foil with a hole in the center), then simmer on medium heat.

9. 9

   Midway through boiling, ladle the sauce over the atsuage and turn them over.

10. 10

    When the sauce reduces to 1/3 the original amount, remove from heat and cool.

11. 11

    Return to heat.

12. 12

    Heat on high until the sauce reduces by a half.

13. 13

    Coat the atsuage in the sauce.

14. 14

    They are ready to serve once they start glistening.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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