Description
Delicious Teriyaki Atsuage is a quick and crispy comfort food featuring firm fried tofu coated lightly in flour, pan-fried to a golden crisp, and glazed with a savory-sweet teriyaki sauce made from mirin and soy sauce. Garnished with fresh scallions, this easy Japanese-inspired dish offers a perfect balance of texture and flavor in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 150 g Atsuage (firm fried tofu providing a rich texture)
- 1 Tbsp Flour (for a light dusting to achieve a crispy exterior)
- 1 Tbsp Mirin (for subtle sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce (for depth and umami richness)
- 3 Scallions (roughly chopped for color and freshness)
- Oil (neutral oil such as vegetable or canola for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cut the atsuage into bite-sized pieces and roughly chop the scallions to prepare for cooking.
- Coat Atsuage: Combine the atsuage pieces with flour in a bowl, mixing by hand until all pieces are evenly coated with the flour.
- Heat Oil and Fry: Heat a generous amount of neutral oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Place the coated atsuage pieces in the hot pan and pan-fry for about 2 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Add Sauce: Pour mirin and soy sauce over the fried atsuage in the pan. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and glaze the tofu.
- Toss with Scallions: Add the chopped scallions to the pan, tossing lightly to combine and evenly distribute the flavors.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the crispy, glazed teriyaki atsuage immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use firm atsuage tofu to ensure the pieces hold their shape during frying.
- A light dusting of flour helps achieve a crispy exterior without absorbing too much oil.
- Adjust the amount of mirin and soy sauce based on your preferred sweetness and saltiness.
- Serve with steamed rice or as a side dish in a Japanese-inspired meal.
- Can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
