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Grilled Sesame Tofu with Soft Egg
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Grilled Sesame Tofu with Soft Egg

★★★★★ 4.7 (88 ratings)

A Grilled Sesame Tofu, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served with Soft Egg.

Prep
26 min
Cook
72 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb sesame tofu
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dashi
  • 2 tsp mirin
  • 1 medium scallions
  • 1 lb toasted sesame seeds
  • a pinch fresh ginger
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the sesame tofu generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the sesame tofu and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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