1minute in the microwave！Atsuage(deep fried tofu) with ponzu

Atsuage no shouga ponzu kake (厚揚げの生姜ぽん酢かけ）

deep fried tofu = atsuage ginger = shouga pour=kake

This dish is deep fried tofu (atsuage) heated in a microwave and topped with ginger and ponzu sauce.

This is a super easy and time saving recipe that my mom used to make.

Atsuage, which uses kinugoshi dofu(silken tofu) as a raw material, is called “kinuatsuage”. I always use Kinu Atsuage because I like its soft and chewy texture.

For this recipe, you can choose either regular atsuage or kinuatsuage.

What kind of food is Atsuage??

Tofu, which is made from soybeans, is known as a very healthy ingredient.

Atsuage (thick fried tofu) has a moderate amount of oil and a faintly fragrant aroma.

Atsuage (thick fried tofu) is stronger than tofu, so it doesn’t lose its shape easily, is easy to use in stir-fries and simmered dishes, and absorbs flavors easily.

It is a recommended food for vegetarians and vegans as a valuable source of protein.

Surprisingly, it goes well with chili sauce and cheese.

Be sure to always stock your refrigerator with ”atsuage”, an excellent and inexpensive ingredient‼

Atuage is delicious even if you fry it in a frying pan!　Check out this recipe too.　👉　Grilled atsuage and kimchi cheese

By the way, deep-fried tofu is classified as thick tofu(atsuage) and thin fried tofu(aburaage).

“Atsuage” and “aburaage” are both fried tofu.

Atsuage (thick deep-fried tofu) is made by frying the tofu on the surface to add flavor, while the center retains the texture of tofu.

Aburaage (thin deep-fried tofu) is perfectly cooked inside.

Both can be used as ingredients for simmered or stir-fried dishes.

In Japan, there is a dish called agedashi dofu (fried tofu in dashi soup). This is a dish in which the surface of tofu is coated with potato starch and then fried. Therefore, agedashi dofu (fried tofu in dashi soup) is different from Atsuage (thick fried tofu).

NUTRITION FACTS of Atsuage (deep fried tofu) with ponzu

196 kcal　Protein 12.9 g Fat 10.6 g Carb 12.5g Salt Equivalent 1.5 g

INGREDIENTS for Atsuage (deep fried tofu) with ponzu

• Deep fried tofu １piece 120g
• Ponzu sauce 15g
• Grated ginger 5g
• Green onions 5g

Ponzu is a sour sauce made by mixing soy sauce, vinegar, and citrus juice.

Atsuage (deep fried tofu) with ponzu COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place Atsuage (deep fried tofu) in a heat-resistant container.
2. Loosenly cover the heat-resistant container with plastic wrap and microwave for 1 minute. If the Atsuage (deep fried tofu) is overheated it will explode, so open the microwave door once.
3. Close the door and microwave for another minute.
4. Cut the green onions into small pieces.
5. Top the Atsuage (deep fried tofu) with ponzu sauce, grated ginger, and green onions.

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