TORTOISESHELL TOFU
This dish gets its name from the look of the glossy amber-colored sauce swirled over the tan tofu. You should enjoy the taste and texture of tofu to try this dish -- it's its own flavor, not pretend meat -- so use a good, quality tofu. This is silky, savory, and tasty, and more than the sum of its simple parts. From Japanese Cooking: A Simple Art, by Shizuo Tsuji. Note: I have never added salt to anything containing soy sauce... until this dish. The recipe really does need it.
Provided by Nose5775
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If you are using anything other than silken tofu, you will need to press it for an hour-- but do NOT press silken tofu; it will crumble.
- Mix dashi, sugar, mirin, and soy sauce in a medium-sized pot and bring to a boil.
- Turn down to a simmer.
- Taste: the flavor will be out of balance, a bit too sweet.
- Add salt a bit at a time, tasting often, until the flavors are balanced.
- Cut the tofu cake into four equal pieces and carefully slide them into the pot.
- Be careful to keep the heat at a simmer-- higher heat will make the tofu crumble.
- Ladle the liquid over the top and sides until the tofu is heated thoroughly, about 4 minutes.
- With a spatula, gently remove the tofu pieces to deep individual dishes, 2 pieces per serving.
- Keep the pot on the heat.
- Mix the water and cornstarch and add to the simmering liquid.
- Stir until thickened, about 1 minute.
- Ladle the thickened sauce over the heated tofu.
- Garnish with ginger.
- Eat with teaspoons rather than chopsticks; this is very soft.
- For Vegetarian use Dashi.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 1189.4, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 7, Protein 14.3
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Elizabeth “MADAM” Oboh
[email protected]I've been making this tofu dish for years, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover tofu, and it's always delicious.
marco antonio garcia capetillo
[email protected]This was my first time cooking tofu, and I was really impressed with how easy it was. The recipe was clear and concise, and the tofu turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Emily Neketin
[email protected]I'm not a huge tofu fan, but this recipe is a game-changer. The tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce is amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sarfraz shergul
[email protected]This tofu dish is delicious! I love the crispy texture and the tangy sauce. It's a great appetizer or main course.
D Cane
[email protected]This is my go-to tofu recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make. I highly recommend it!
Adesh Dhar
[email protected]I love this tofu dish! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I always get compliments when I serve it to guests.
BN Bappy
[email protected]This tofu dish is so good! The flavors are incredible, and the tofu is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Muhammadafees Temitope
[email protected]I've made this tofu dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The flavor is out of this world, and the tofu is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!
strawberry nightcore
[email protected]This was my first time cooking tofu, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and the tofu turned out amazing. I loved the crispy texture and the tangy sauce.
Biseruka Frank
[email protected]I'm not a huge tofu fan, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade was flavorful and the tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I'll definitely be making this again!
Mnqobi Mthembu
[email protected]This tofu dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were so complex and delicious, and the tofu was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.