Agedashi-esque Tofu

Agedashi-esque Tofu

"A very simple version of the Japanese sushi accompaniment. Serve with stir fry, rice, goma ae or any oriental meal."

PREP TIME	10 Min
COOK TIME	5 Min
READY IN	15 Min

INGREDIENTS

• 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.

Note

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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Ashley's Chicken Katsu with Tonkatsu Sauce

"A recipe for delicious Japanese fried chicken and an accompanying Tonkatsu sauce. Serve with your choice of shredded cabbage, rice, or even mashed potatoes."

INGREDIENTS

• Sauce
• 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• pepper to taste
• Chicken
• 2 cups vegetable oil, for deep-fat frying
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/4 inch thickness
• 1 green onion, thinly sliced

DIRECTIONS

1. For the sauce, stir together the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and soy sauce, and a pinch of pepper to taste. Set aside.
2. Heat oil in deep-fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3. Place flour and panko bread crumbs onto separate plates and season with salt and pepper. Place the beaten egg in a medium bowl. Dip flattened chicken pieces first into flour, then egg, and lastly bread crumbs.
4. Fry breaded chicken breasts in preheated oil until golden brown and no longer pink in center, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Slice chicken into thin strips and top with a drizzle of sauce and a sprinkling of sliced green onions. Serve remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

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Broiled Mochi with Nori Seaweed

"Mochi is a sweet, short-grained, very glutinous rice with a high starch content. Mochi is commonly used to make rice cakes, for which it is pounded in large tubs until it becomes extremely sticky. It is then formed into balls or squares, which can be found in Japanese markets. Mochi is also used in confections and rice dishes. It can be bought in most any Japanese grocery store. This is a delicious way to eat it!"

PREP TIME	10 Min
COOK TIME	7 Min
READY IN	17 Min

INGREDIENTS

• 8 frozen mochi squares
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1 sheet nori (dry seaweed)

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (275 degrees C).
2. Dip mochi into soy sauce, then place on a baking sheet. Let bake for about 5 minutes, or until heated through.
3. While mochi is cooking, cut the dried seaweed into 8 strips. Place these strips in a large frying pan over medium heat. When they are warmed, after approximately 1 to 2 minutes, remove them from the heat.
4. Wrap each mochi cake in seaweed; serve warm.

source : All Recipes