Salmon Tofu Fritters (Sake No Tsumire-Age) Recipe

Serves/Makes: 2 – 3

Ingredients:

• 7 ounces salmon fillet, coarsely chopped
• 1 cake (8 ounces) firm tofu
• 1-2 teaspoons of minced mitsuba stems or parsley
• 2 fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps thinly sliced
• 1 1/2-inch piece carrot, halved and sliced into thin strips
• 1 large cloud ear fungus (or a few small ones), soaked to expand and thinly sliced
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 teaspoons Japanese soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3 teaspoons cornstarch
• Handful of mitsuba leaves or parsley, with stems attached (optional)
• Oil, for deep-frying
  
  Accompaniments
• Japanese soy sauce
• Prepared Japanese mustard paste

How to cook Salmon Tofu Fritters (Sake No Tsumire-Age):

• Place the chopped salmon in a large mixing bowl. Soak the tofu in water for 1 to 2 minutes, drain in a cloth-lined sieve, then squeeze out excess moisture by wrapping the tofu in the cloth and twisting tightly.
• Add the tofu and the minced mitsuba to the salmon followed by the rest of the ingredients except for the mitsuba leaves and oil. Mix gently to combine.
• Heat the oil in a wok on medium-high heat. Shape a tablespoon of the salmon mixture into a small ball. Deep-fry, turning frequently, until the ball is light golden brown. Repeat with the rest of the mixture, then drain well on paper towels.
• Spray the mitsuba or parsley leaves with a little water, then dust with a little cornstarch. Deep-fry in hot oil for a few seconds or until the coating sets.
• Portion the salmon balls into individual serving baskets or platters.
• Garnish with the fried mitsuba leaves and serve with the Japanese soy sauce and mustard on the side.

This recipe for Salmon Tofu Fritters (Sake No Tsumire-Age) serves/makes: 2 – 3

Main Ingredient: Salmon
Preparation Method: Deep Fried
Cuisine: Japanese