Agedashi Tofu, the best from Japan at Home

Agedashi tofu is a Japanese dish that is considered a light dish or appetizer. It consists of cubes of silken tofu that are lightly fried in vegetable oil and then served hot in a savory dashi broth.

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Ingredients

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Prepare vegan dashi by soaking shiitake mushrooms in warm water. Allow them to soak for at least 15-20 minutes.

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Prepare the Tsuyu by combining the shiitake dashi, soy sauce, and mirin in a small pot.

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Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, let the broth cook for 2-3 minutes, and then turn off the heat

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Coat the tofu thoroughly with potato starch, ensuring an even and well-coated surface. Use a baking brush to remove any excess coating.

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Carefully place the tofu in the hot oil, allowing it to cook for a couple of minutes

Transfer the crispy tofu to a serving bowl. Gently, add the Tsuyu.

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Place on top of the deep-fried tofu cubes, daikon radish, together with crispy shallots, and green onions.

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Serve and enjoy!

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Agedashi Tofu, the best from Japan at Home

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Agedashi tofu is a Japanese dish that is considered a light dish or appetizer. It consists of cubes of silken tofu that are lightly fried in vegetable oil and then served hot in a savory dashi broth.

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Ingredients

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Prepare vegan dashi by soaking shiitake mushrooms in warm water. Allow them to soak for at least 15-20 minutes.

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Prepare the Tsuyu by combining the shiitake dashi, soy sauce, and mirin in a small pot.

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Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, let the broth cook for 2-3 minutes, and then turn off the heat

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Coat the tofu thoroughly with potato starch, ensuring an even and well-coated surface. Use a baking brush to remove any excess coating.

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Carefully place the tofu in the hot oil, allowing it to cook for a couple of minutes

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Transfer the crispy tofu to a serving bowl. Gently, add the Tsuyu.

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Place on top of the deep-fried tofu cubes, daikon radish, together with crispy shallots, and green onions.

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Serve and enjoy!

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