These soft, lightly-fried tofu fritters are packed with sweet corn and are a kid favorite!
They're crispy on the outside and tender on the inside—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
20 minutes
Kaori Yanagawa
PROFILE
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2
Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 10 1/2 oz firm tofu (momen tofu)
- 8 tbsp. corn kernels (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 /4 onion (minced)
- 1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds
- a pinch of salt for the onion
- 1/2 tsp. salt (or slightly less, to taste)
- 2 tbsp. potato starch
- vegetable oil, for frying
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1
Thoroughly drain the tofu to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Mince the onion and rub with a pinch of salt. Let sit briefly, then squeeze out the moisture.
- 3
In a mixing bowl, crumble the tofu by hand or mash well with a whisk.
- 4
Add the onion, corn, sesame seeds, and 1/2 tsp. salt (or less to taste). Mix until evenly combined. Add potato starch and mix again until the mixture holds together.
- 5
Shape into bite-sized fritters (about 1 tbsp. each). Heat oil to 340°F (170°C) and fry until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
RecipeID
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Tips & Notes
Adjust the amount of potato starch depending on the moisture content of the tofu.
While canned corn works fine, fresh corn cut straight from the cob adds extra sweetness during peak season.
Be sure to remove any corn kernels that fall into the oil during frying, as they may cause splattering if left too long.
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I am a culinary expert and medical doctor, living with my husband, daughter, and son. My goal is to create comforting home-cooked meals that can be enjoyed every day without ever getting boring.