Tofu Starters, Curry & Bento Boxes
Tofu has been part of Japanese cuisine since the Nara period (late 8th century), much of its early use was as a vegetarian alternative for Buddhist monks who called it ‘Chinese Curd’. Still popular in Japan today it’s wonderfully versatile and can be used in wide range of dishes to provide great texture and flavour. Healthy and delicious it’s perfect for vegetarians and meat lovers alike!
A perfect light bite is our Agedashi Tofu literally meaning ‘fried dashi tofu’. Deep fried tofu in a savoury dashi sauce, this is a simple but delightful dish where humble ingredients come together to form something truly special. Combining the tofu’s crispy outer shell and creamy inside with a savoury dashi sauce you receive a full-on umami experience as the flavourful dashi clings to the tofu’s coating seasoning it perfectly. Beautifully garnished and with each portion made up of generous tofu pieces, this is a starter you don’t want to miss out on!
Here at Yuhoki we also offer a very tasty Tofu Steak Curry Rice, a Japanese comfort food that combines a luxuriously creamy, thick curry sauce with rice. Milder than the well-known Indian curries, Japanese curry has a unique sweet and savoury taste that is very popular. Our Tofu Steak Curry places crispy tofu on top of a sumptuous curry sauce mixed with onions, potatoes and carrot, to create a hearty, satisfying meal. This dish is also included on our special lunch menu, the generous portion and low price make it a perfect midday treat.
For another great lunch choice why not try our Teriyaki Tofu Bento. Traditionally a single portion or home packed take out meal bento boxes are a perfect lunch pick. Your main meal is packed with care and attention alongside a salad, gyoza, rice and miso soup, so not only delicious but excellent value! Yuhoki’s Teriyaki Tofu Bento is cooked in a sensational sticky soy sauce, garlic, ginger and sake glaze that gives the tofu that signature teriyaki shine and lustre. Definitely one to try this lunchtime!
Packed full of health benefits tofu is a great source of protein and contains all eight essential amino acids, it is also comprised of soy protein which is thought to bring down levels of bad cholesterol. Giving you the perfect excuse to indulge in any one or all our dishes without feeling guilty!
Are you new to tofu? Or just looking for the perfect dish, come and visit us at Yuhoki and you won’t be disappointed.
