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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Akhere Usunobun
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for tofu lovers. The tortoiseshell pattern is stunning and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I highly recommend it!
Mizan 080
[email protected]I'm a big fan of tofu, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The tortoiseshell pattern is so unique and the sauce is delicious. I always get compliments when I serve this dish.
Skybaby Matsate
[email protected]This is a great recipe for tofu beginners. It's easy to follow and the tofu turns out great. The tortoiseshell pattern is a fun touch and the sauce is very tasty. Definitely recommend!
Matome Rangata
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The tofu is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I served it with some steamed rice and it was a hit with my family. Definitely recommend!
Daquano Houston
[email protected]I love the tortoiseshell pattern on the tofu! It's so creative and makes the dish look really special. The sauce is also very tasty and flavorful. Definitely recommend!
Larambaaii Fans
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the tofu is crispy and flavorful. The sauce is also very tasty. Definitely recommend!
Princess Oluwanifemi AB
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of tofu, but this recipe was surprisingly good! The tortoiseshell pattern is really cool and the sauce is very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook tofu.
Muqtader Qureshi
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the tofu turned out great! The tortoiseshell pattern is a fun touch and the sauce is delicious. Definitely recommend!
stephanie dc
[email protected]I love the tortoiseshell pattern on the tofu! It's such a creative and unique way to serve tofu. The sauce is also very tasty and flavorful. Definitely recommend!
Everlyne Akinyi
[email protected]The tortoiseshell pattern is a nice touch, and the sauce is flavorful. The tofu itself is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Overall, this is a good recipe for a quick and easy meal.
John Mike
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was very tasty. I served it with some steamed rice and it was a hit with my family. Definitely recommend!
Body Boda
[email protected]Not a huge fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind! The tortoiseshell pattern is so unique and the sauce is delicious. The tofu itself was also very crispy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if you're not a b
Shekh Ali
[email protected]This was my first time making tortoiseshell tofu, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the tofu was crispy and flavorful. The sauce was also very good, with a nice balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making this agai
Lalsingh Lama
[email protected]I love the presentation of this dish! The tortoiseshell pattern is so creative and adds a special touch. The tofu itself was also very tasty and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and flav
Itz Touhidul
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I served it with some steamed vegetables and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely make this again!
Amy Mariusz
[email protected]I've tried many tofu recipes, but this one is by far the best. The tortoiseshell pattern is so unique and adds a nice visual appeal to the dish. The sauce is also very tasty and complements the tofu perfectly.
Mike Westberg
[email protected]Followed the recipe and the tofu turned out amazing! It had a perfect crispy texture on the outside and was tender and flavorful on the inside. The sauce was also delicious and added a great flavor to the dish. Will definitely make this again!