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Agedashi-esque Tofu

SUBMITTED BY: SMACPRODUCTIONS PHOTO BY: Tofu Washoi

"A very simple version of the Japanese sushi accompaniment. Serve with stir fry, rice, goma ae or any oriental meal."
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The reviewer gave this recipe 64 stars. This recipe average a 4.2 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  5 Min
READY IN  15 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra firm tofu
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • oil for frying
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

DIRECTIONS

  1. Cut tofu into 12 cubes. Place cornstarch on a plate or in a shallow bowl and dredge tofu in it, coating thoroughly.
  2. Heat enough oil so that tofu will be half-way submerged. Fry tofu in hot oil for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Sprinkle green onions over tofu and drizzle with hoisin sauce. Serve immediately.

FOOTNOTE

  • Hoisin sauce, also called Peking sauce, is a thick, reddish-brown sauce that is sweet and spicy, and widely used in Chinese cooking. It's a mixture of soybeans, garlic, chile peppers and various spices. It can be found in Asian markets and many large supermarkets. Look in the Asian or ethnic section. If this item is not in stock at your local store, ask your grocer to special order it for you. Most grocers will be happy to do this for their customers.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2004 by Kira
YUMMY!! This is exactly like the tofu I get at my favorite asian restaurants! I used it as a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2004 by CHIGUSA
It's pretty good, but as a Japanese I just could not pour hoisin sauce over the tofu. I guess... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by Z
This is just SO good. I cube the tofu then put them between layers of paper towels for a few... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 8, 2006 by k_in_NL
Very authentic in taste and texture (lived in Japan for 8 yrs). Instead of hoisin sauce, I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by KRAME00
Very tasty. I darned near killed myself with all of the splattering oil, though. I am going to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2003 by SKEENE
This is fantastic as an appetizer or a main dish for a quick one person meal. Even people who... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2003 by KATEMCILROY
I've been looking for a good tofu recipe for 3 years and have tried many. This is the best! ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2006 by pamperedmom
I had never had/cooked tofu, so I thought this was an easy recipe to try. I added salt,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2003 by VEALWINE
Very good! I used olive oil to fry this and the taste was superb!A good no cholesterol treat!I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2003 by EKLYPZ
Was really messy and smoked alot, had to stick the pan outside because it was so smokey. ... MORE

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