Tofu Steak Recipe - Japanese Cooking 101

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh offers more protein and is less processed.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while maintaining flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: sugar + water

Rice wine vinegar mimics sweetness with fewer calories.

Slice green onions thinly and set aside.

Peel and grate ginger root and set aside.

Cut tofu into four pieces.

Wrap tofu with layers of paper towels to remove moisture.

Coat the tofu with katakuriko (potato starch or cornstarch), ensuring all surfaces are coated.

Heat a frying pan with oil over medium heat.

Put the tofu in the pan and cook, turning gently until all surfaces are lightly browned.

Add water, sake, mirin, and soy sauce to the pan and cook for a couple of minutes, turning a few times.

Reduce the sauce slightly, similar to teriyaki sauce but lighter.

Serve immediately while hot, topped with green onions, katsuobushi, and grated ginger.

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