Description
Agedashi Tofu, or Fried Tofu in Broth, is a delightful Japanese dish that pairs crispy, golden-brown tofu with a savory dashi broth. This comforting recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests. With its rich umami flavor and elegant presentation, it can be served as an appetizer or a main course, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu
- 1/2 cup potato starch or cornstarch
- 1 cup vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
- 2 cups dashi broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Drain the tofu and press between paper towels to remove moisture. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Coat tofu cubes evenly with potato starch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry tofu in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pot, combine dashi broth, soy sauce, and mirin; bring to simmer.
- Serve fried tofu in bowls and pour hot broth over the top, garnishing with green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg