Sweet and Salty Simmered Konnayku and Atsuage Fried

Name: Sweet and Salty Simmered Konnayku and Atsuage Fried Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Konnyaku; 2 Atsugage (small square ones); 10 Shishito peppers; 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Sugar; 2 tbsp Sake; 2 tbsp Mirin; 1 tsp or more Gochujang; 1/2 tsp Dashi stock granules

Servings: persons

1
Cut the konnyaku in half horizontally.
2
Score both sides diagonally in small increments.
3
Cut into easy to eat pieces.
4
Massage the konnyaku with salt (extra), and boil for 5 minutes to get rid of the odor.
5
Pour some boiling water over the atsuage to get rid of the surface oil.
6
Cut into 1 cm plus dice.
7
Take the stem end and calyx off the shishito peppers.
8
If they peppers are big cut them in half lengthwise.
9
Mix the flavoring ingredients together.
10
Heat up a frying pan, add the sesame oil and stir fry the konnyaku.
11
Make sure to cook both sides well.
12
Add the atsuage and continue stir-frying.
13
Add the shishito peppers and stir-fry briefly.
14
Add the flavoring ingredients, and stir-simmer while shaking the pan.
15
When there is no moisture left in the pan, turn off the heat.
16
Transfer to serving plates and it's done.
17
It will taste better if you let it rest for a while before eating.

144

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Konnyaku, 2 Atsugage (small square ones), 10 Shishito peppers, 1 tbsp Sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Salty Simmered Konnayku and Atsuage Fried Tofu 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!

Sweet and Salty Simmered Konnayku and Atsuage Fried Tofu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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