17 Easy Japanese Appetizers (+ Agedashi Tofu/Fried Tofu In Broth)

Step 1

Place the tofu block on a tray. Pat it with paper towels. And place a heavy item on top (a plate or a small tray) for 15 minutes to drain all the excess moisture.

Step 2

Combine the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan. When the mixture simmers, take it off the heat and place a lid on top.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a skillet at 340°F.

Step 4

Cut the tofu into 4 equal pieces. Then, coat them with potato starch. Remember to dust off the excess flour to a crunchy cover.

Step 5

Place these pieces in your skillet. You can fry them in batches if you don’t have enough space. Deep-fry them until crispy.

Step 6

Move the fried tofu to a wire rack or a paper towel-lined plate to drain the grease.

Step 7

Afterward, place each piece in a bowl and pour the sauce in. Serve with your favorite garnishes!