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Atsuage

Atsuage can be a delicious plant-based appetizer, but it also makes for a fantastic vegan meat that absorbs flavors like a sponge.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 622 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 2 blocks tofu (350-400 grams each)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions

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  1. Sprinkle all sides of the tofu with the salt. Set the salted tofu on a wire rack on a tray.
  2. Place another tray on top of the tofu and add water to weigh it down. Let this drain for 1 hour.
  3. Preheat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot to 340°F (170°C). You can optionally add some toasted sesame oil for extra flavor.
  4. When the tofu is done draining, pat the surface of each block dry with paper towels.
  5. Gently lower the tofu into the oil using long chopsticks or tongs, and fry until golden brown on all sides (9-10 minutes). I recommend flipping the tofu over once in the middle to ensure it browns evenly.
  6. Drain the Atsuage on a paper towel-lined rack.
  7. If you're eating the Atsuage as-is, serve it immediately to enjoy the crisp exterior. Otherwise, you can let it cool and store it in a sealed container for up to a week in the fridge.

Nutrition Information

Calories 622kcal (31%) Carbohydrates 114g (38%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 291mg (12%) Potassium 0.1mg (0%) Fiber 11g (44%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin C 30mg (33%) Calcium 315mg (32%) Iron 9mg (50%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 622

% Daily Value*

Calories 622kcal 31%
Carbohydrates 114g 38%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 291mg 12%
Potassium 0.1mg 0%
Fiber 11g 44%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin C 30mg 33%
Calcium 315mg 32%
Iron 9mg 50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.