Inari Age
Make classic inari age at home with this easy vegan recipe. Sweet, savory tofu pouches perfect for sushi, rice bowls, soups, and bento.
Servings: 2
Calories: 69kcal
Ingredients
- 2 aburaage fried tofu sheets
- ⅓ cup vegan dashi
- 2 ½ teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Boil half a kettle of water and pour it over the abura-age sheets. Dunk them gently for a minute to remove excess oil.
- Drain and rinse the aburaage under cold water, then carefully squeeze out the moisture without tearing them.
- Add vegan dashi, sugar, and soy sauce to a medium saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the prepared abura-age to the saucepan and simmer gently for 10–15 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed. Use a drop lid or small heatproof plate to keep the abura-age submerged.
- Allow the simmered tofu sheets to cool before cutting them into your desired shapes for sushi or other meals.
Notes
- Pour boiling water over the abura-age and squeeze our excess water before cooking. This removes excess oil, and gives a cleaner flavour and helps the broth absorb properly.
- Keep the heat low and gentle when simmering. A fast boil can affect both the texture and how well the tofu soaks up the seasoning.
- Use a drop lid or a small plate to keep it submerged so it cooks evenly and absorbs more flavour.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serve | Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 479mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg
