Agedashi dofu

Method

1. 1 Wrap the tofu in paper towels, press gently for 20 minutes to drain excess water, then cut into cubes.
2. 2 Simmer dashi with soy sauce and mirin for 3 minutes, then keep warm to make the sauce.
3. 3 Roll each piece of tofu evenly in tapioca starch, then brush off any excess starch.
4. 4 Fry the beans in hot oil for about 4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
5. 5 Arrange the beans in a bowl, pour in the hot sauce, and add the grated radish, grated ginger, and green onions.

With an appliance

• Air fryer 29 min

  Replace step 4: evenly spray the flour-coated tofu with oil, fry at 195 degrees for 12 minutes, flipping at the 6th minute; only pour hot dashi sauce over the tofu after arranging it in the bowl in step 5.