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Delicious Inari Age Recipe (Seasoned Fried Tofu Pouches)

Inari Age (Seasoned Fried Tofu Pouches)

Inari Age, or seasoned fried tofu pouches, is a comforting dish that brings back memories of family dinners. It's quick, easy to make, and absolutely delightful to eat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Inari Age
  • 10 pieces aburaage (fried tofu pockets)
  • 2 cups dashi (Japanese soup stock)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin (sweet rice wine)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup cooked sushi rice
Optional Garnish
  • sesame seeds
  • chopped green onions

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a saucepan, combine the dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Heat it over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Step 2: Carefully open the aburaage pouches and place them in the saucepan. Let them simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Remove the aburaage from the saucepan and let them cool slightly.
  4. Step 4: Fill each aburaage pouch with the cooked sushi rice, pressing gently to pack it inside.
  5. Step 5: If you like, garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Inari Age is best enjoyed fresh, but store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.