Siopao & Agedashi Tofu Bento

japanese silken tofu

oil for frying

sauce:

1 cup prepared bonito dashi stock

1/2 cup soy sauce

1/2 cup mirin

grated radish

procedure:

1. Wrap the tofu in a tea towel, then weigh it down with a heavy plate for 10 minutes to press out some liquid, then cut into large cubes.

1-5. Or (this is what I did) cut it into large cubes then microwave it on high for 1 minute.

2. Fry in hot oil until golden on each side. Let drain on paper towels.

3. Mix all the sauce ingredients, then bring to boil. Simmer for a minute or two, then pour on top of fried tofu. (Don't forget to remove them from the paper towels )

4. Top with grated radish. Serve while hot.

Based on the Agedashi Tofu recipes from

• A Taste of Japan by Masaki Ko

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Note: I honestly doubt I'll put it in a bento again. It's not as good when it's not freshly cooked and piping hot.