How to Make AGEDASHI TOFU (Japanese Deep-Fried Tofu) - IZAKAYA Series with The Sushi Man

Have you ever ordered agedashi tofu at a Japanese restaurant and thought to yourself… If only I could make this at home, I would eat it all the time. Well, you’re in luck! Because it’s actually really simple to make and I teach you step by step in this video. And what’s not to love about it? The light, airy, and crispy exterior that surrounds the soft and silky-smooth tofu inside. And it’s absorbing that delicate but flavorful sauce (more so a broth) that’s packed full of umami. Not to mention the different toppings that give it more depth and different textures that all somehow balance perfectly with each bite. Even non-tofu eaters say yes to this one. Probably a reason why it’s one of the most popular dishes at izakayas all around the world. Enjoy!
🍣 WHAT'S IN THIS VIDEO:
00:00 Intro
00:44 What is Agedashi?
01:11 Ingredients
03:21 Preparation
07:34 Frying
10:24 Plating
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Raised in a restaurant household, Jun's love for food began at a very early age. His parents have owned and operated a Japanese restaurant for over 30 years where he practiced and honed his culinary skills.
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[@TheSushiMan]

Hi PDXTundra, thank you and I'm glad you're enjoying the book! I hope that it helps you on your sushi making journey and feel free to reach out to me anytime!

[@anasianemo]

One of my favourite dishes. I love tofu. I made dashi today but didn't have ebi tempura nor tofu nor the time to prepare eggs, so I just had the saddest kake udon with nori T-T and now this appeared on my recommended so I have some use for the leftover dashi.

[@TheSushiMan]

Yes, dashi can be used for so many things, always good to have in the fridge. Definitely try it out and let me know how it goes!

[@anasianemo]

@@TheSushiMan I bought tofu but my store doesn’t have potato starch anymore 🥲 so it’s still an incomplete dish but close enough haha! Next time I’ll make it properly

[@janemiller2812]

Why not use a tofu press to get excess water out ?

[@JeannetteShoreland]

Daikon is not available where I live. If there is no substitute to be found at Walmart, can I omit it?

[@TheSushiMan]

Hi Jeanette, you can leave it out, it'll still taste good without it. However if you can somehow find daikon then I highly recommend it. I've never personally tried and it might be a bit spicy but maybe turnip or red radish will be a good substitute? Let me know how it is if you give it a try!