Budget Set Meal: Sweet-Savory Tofu Steak
Half a block of firm tofu is plenty filling. Cornstarch makes it crisp outside, and the sweet-savory sauce and bonito flakes keep the rice going even without meat.
Ingredients
- Firm tofu1/2 block (about 150g)
- Cornstarch1 tbsp
- Vegetable oil1 tbsp
- [sauce] Soy sauce1 tbsp
- [sauce] Mirin1 tbsp
- [sauce] Sugar1 tsp
- Green onion & bonito flakesto taste
- Shredded cabbage & cherry tomatoesto taste
- Cooked rice1 bowl
- [miso soup] Tofu, dried wakame, miso, dashi (instant is fine)1 serving
- Pickles (takuan, etc.)to taste
Directions
- Wrap the tofu in paper towel and microwave (600W) for 2 minutes to drain. Cut in half through the thickness and dust all over with cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium and fry both sides of the tofu for 3 minutes each until browned.
- Add the sauce ingredients and simmer to coat.
- Plate cabbage and cherry tomatoes, top with the tofu and add green onion and bonito flakes.
- Arrange with rice, miso soup and pickles on a tray.