JFC's Agedashi Tofu 揚げ出し豆腐 Recipe

Jul 19, 2023

What is Agedashi Tofu?

Agedashi Tofu is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of deep-fried tofu cubes served in a savory soy-based broth. It has a crispy exterior and a soft, silky interior. Originating from Japan, it dates back to the Edo period (17th-19th century) and is commonly enjoyed as an appetizer or side dish in traditional Japanese cuisine.


Why do people love Agedashi Tofu?

People love to eat Agedashi Tofu because it offers a delightfully complex combination of textures, it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a rich umami flavor from the savory broth. It's a popular choice for vegetarians and tofu lovers, and is one of the many popular dishes that feature Tofu.


How is Agedashi Tofu traditionally served and eaten?

Agedashi Tofu is traditionally served as a hot appetizer. It's eaten using chopsticks, picking up the tofu and dipping it lightly in soy-based broth. It's polite to eat it in small bites and avoid making noise while eating.

Ingredients

Main

  • 800g Firm Tofu (2-3cm thick cut)
  • 50g Potato Starch (for dusting)
  • 1L Oil for Deep Frying (limited to pot size)

Sauce

  • 300ml Water
  • ½ Tsp Dashi Powder
  • 2 Tbsp Kikkoman Soy Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Mirin
  • 1 Tsp Sugar

Garnish

  • 1 Leaf of Spring Onions (chopped)
  • 20g Grated Ginger
  • 100g Daikon Radish (grated)
  • 1 Sprinkling of Bonito Flakes

Recipe

  1. Slice the tofu into your preferred portion sizes (ideally 2cm cubes at around 3x5cm each) and dab them dry with a paper towel.

  2. Leave the tofu on the towel for around 10 minutes to remove excess water.

  3. Heat the oil in a deep pot (approximately 170 degrees Celsius or medium heat)

  4. Lightly dust the tofu pieces with the potato starch completely coating them and place them into the hot oil.

  5. Continue to deep fry the tofu pieces until the outside is crispy and then leave to drain on a separate tray.

  6. In a separate pot, bring the sauce ingredients to a boil point.

  7. Place the now fried tofu in a deep bowl, pour the sauce over them and finish with a light garnish arrangement.

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