Agedashi Tofu

Ingredients

• •14 oz firm tofu
• •1/2 cup cornstarch
• •2 cups vegetable oil for frying
• •1 cup dashi broth
• •3 tablespoons soy sauce
• •1 tablespoon mirin
• •1 teaspoon sugar
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 teaspoon grated ginger
• •2 tablespoons bonito flakes
• •2 green onions, sliced
• •1 teaspoon cornstarch slurry (mixed with water)

Directions

1. 1Drain tofu and cut into 8 equal cubes. Pat dry with paper towels.
2. 2Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Coat tofu cubes evenly with cornstarch and fry until golden on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
3. 3In a small saucepan, combine dashi, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer.
4. 4Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce slightly, about 1 minute.
5. 5Place fried tofu cubes in a serving dish and pour hot sauce over them.
6. 6Top with bonito flakes and green onions. Serve immediately while the tofu is still warm.

💡 Agedashi tofu needs a dry surface before cornstarch. Moisture turns the starch gummy and prevents the thin crisp shell from forming.

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