Agedashi Tofu (Fried Tofu in Dashi Sauce)
Agedashi Tofu (Fried Tofu in Dashi Sauce) is a classic Japanese dish featuring lightly fried tofu served in a warm, savory dashi-based sauce. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this comforting recipe delivers rich flavor and a delicate texture, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
For Fried Tofu
- 14 oz Tofu
- 1½ tablespoon Flour
- 1½ tablespoon Potato Starch (or Cornstarch)
- Oil for frying as needed
For the Dashi Sauce
- ½ cup Dashi
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
- 2 tablespoon Soy sauce
For Garnish
- 1 tablespoon Grated daikon radish per serving
- Green onion (chopped) as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the dashi sauce: In a small pot, combine the dashi, mirin, and soy sauce. Heat until it just begins to simmer, then turn off the heat and set aside.
- Prepare the tofu: Cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces (about ½ inch thick). Line a plate with double layers of paper towels, place the tofu on top, and cover with another double layer of paper towels. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to remove excess moisture. Meanwhile, start heating oil in a frying pan to a depth of about half the height of the tofu pieces.
- Coat and fry the tofu: In a small bowl, combine the flour and starch and mix well. Lightly coat each piece of tofu with the flour mixture, making sure all sides are evenly covered. Immediately place the coated tofu into the hot oil. Fry at about 320–330°F, cooking for about 2 minutes per side, until lightly golden.
- Serve: Place the fried tofu on a plate. Top with grated daikon radish and chopped green onion, then pour the warm dashi sauce over the tofu.