Japanese Food #5 How many Japanese thing at American grocery store? in Publix

tofu

🥗Healthier: firm tofu

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Firm tofu holds its shape better during frying.

dashi

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + soy sauce

Vegetable broth provides a lighter flavor while maintaining depth.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar + sugar

💰Cheaper: white wine + sugar

Rice vinegar + sugar mimics mirin's sweetness and acidity.

daikon radish

🥗Healthier: carrots

💰Cheaper: regular radish

Carrots provide a similar crunch and sweetness.

Drain tofu and press to remove excess moisture for 15 minutes.

Cut tofu into cubes or triangles.

Coat tofu pieces in potato starch evenly.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry tofu in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove tofu and drain on paper towels.

In a saucepan, combine dashi, soy sauce, and mirin; bring to a simmer.

Serve fried tofu in a bowl and pour hot dashi sauce over it.

Garnish with chopped green onions, grated daikon, and ginger.

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