Name: Fried Tofu and Dashi-Style Broth (Agedashi Tofu)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 appetizers or 8 tapas
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125 ml) chicken broth; 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fish sauce (nuoc mam); 2 tablespoons (30 ml) rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey; 1/2 cup (125 ml) unbleached all-purpose flour; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 1/2 cup (375 ml) Japanese-Style breadcrumbs (Panko); A block about 300 g soft tofu, cut into 16 pieces; Oil, for frying; 1 green onion, thinly sliced; Fresh cilantro leaves, to taste; Dried bonito flakes (optional) (see note)

Note from Ricardo

We mimic dashi (dried bonito and seaweed broth) by adding fish sauce to the broth.

Bonito is a fish species belonging to the Scombridae family, such as mackerel or tuna.

Looking to save time while preparing this recipe? Find the RICARDO Chicken Broth at IGA grocery stores.

Fried Tofu and Dashi-Style Broth (Agedashi Tofu)

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