Crisp Deep-fried Tofu

Directions

1. 1
   Drain the firm tofu.
2. 2
   Line a plate with a paper towel, then place the tofu on top.
3. 3
   Microwave for 3 minutes, change the paper towel, then microwave for 3 more minutes.
4. 4
   Cut the shiso leaves into thin strips and soak in a bowl of cold water.
5. 5
   Chop the tofu into 8 pieces (4 cuts vertically and 2 cuts horizontally).
6. 6
   Sprinkle katakuriko over the tofu.
7. 7
   Once the katakuriko has absorbed some of of the water, sprinkle more katakuriko.
8. 8
   Pour a small amount of oil into a pan and fry the tofu.
9. 9
   Once the cubes of tofu begin to brown, flip them over.
10. 10
    Serve the tofu on a plate and thoroughly cover in mentsuyu.
11. 11
    Garnish with the sliced shiso leaves.