Simmered Thin Deep-Fried Tofu and Egg Variation
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A simple and delicious dish made by simmering thin deep-fried tofu (usuage) in sugar and soy sauce. It pairs perfectly with rice or as a snack for drinks. We also introduce a fantastic variation where the simmered tofu is pan-seared until crispy and topped with eggs.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Cut the thin deep-fried tofu into quarters. → Place the tofu in a pot, add water and sugar, cover with a drop-lid, and bring to a boil. → Add soy sauce and simmer over high heat to reduce the liquid quickly. → (Variation) Squeeze the liquid out of the simmered tofu, pan-sear it, crack an egg over it, and finish with salt and pepper.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Cut the thin deep-fried tofu into quarters. → Place the tofu in a pot, add water and sugar, cover with a drop-lid, and bring to a boil. → Add soy sauce and simmer over high heat to reduce the liquid quickly. → (Variation) Squeeze the liquid out of the simmered tofu, pan-sear it, crack an egg over it, and finish with salt and pepper.
Introduction
A simple and delicious dish made by simmering thin deep-fried tofu (usuage) in sugar and soy sauce. It pairs perfectly with rice or as a snack for drinks. We also introduce a fantastic variation where the simmered tofu is pan-seared until crispy and topped with eggs.
Step 1
Cut 6 pieces of thin deep-fried tofu into quarters in any shape you like, without performing an oil-removal step.
Step 2
Arrange the cut tofu in a pot (or clay pot), and add water (just enough to lightly submerge the tofu) and 30g of sugar.
Step 3
Place a drop-lid (or parchment paper) on top, turn on the heat, and wait until it boils.
Step 4
Once boiling, add 35ml of dark soy sauce and simmer over high heat to reduce the liquid quickly. Once the flavors have absorbed, transfer to a plate and serve.
Step 5
【Variation Recipe】 Heat oil in a frying pan. Gently squeeze the liquid out of the simmered tofu by hand, place in the pan, and fry until both sides are golden brown.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
💡 Skipping the oil-removal step allows you to take advantage of the tofu's natural savory oil for a richer flavor.
✨ The recipe is characterized by using only sugar and soy sauce for seasoning, without the need for dashi stock.
⚠️ For the variation, lightly squeeze out the liquid before searing to ensure the outside becomes crispy and fragrant.
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