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Crunchy Fried Konnyaku Recipe for Snack Cravings

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Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Juri Austin
If you are new to cooking with konnyaku, this Fried Konnyaku is a must-try! It's crunchy, chewy, and so delicious that you will want to eat it nonstop!
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Fried konnyaku served on a plate.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 block Konnyaku, about 250g
  • Oil, as needed for frying
For Marinade
  • 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
  • A little Ginger, grated
  • A little Garlic, grated
For Breading
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp Wheat Flour
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs

Instructions
 

  1. Prepare the Konnyaku: Make lattice-like cuts on both surfaces of the konnyaku block, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Boil the Konnyaku: Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the konnyaku, and boil for 2 minutes. Drain the konnyaku and pat it dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Marinate the Konnyaku: In a bowl, combine the boiled konnyaku, soy sauce, grated ginger, and grated garlic, and toss to coat evenly. Let the konnyaku marinate for at least 5 minutes.
  4. Bread the Konnyaku: Set up three shallow bowls with flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each piece of konnyaku in the flour, dip it in the beaten egg, and finally cover it with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Fry the Konnyaku: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the breaded konnyaku until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Place them on a wire rack or paper towel to remove excess oil.
  6. Serve: Place the fried konnyaku on a plate and serve them with a dipping sauce of your choice.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
  • Making shallow cuts on the konnyaku helps the marinade soak in better.
  • Boiling konnyaku helps to remove any residual odor, firm up the texture, and allow the flavor to be easily absorbed.
  • Keep the oil at medium heat to ensure the konnyaku cooks evenly and gets a nice golden brown color without burning.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 368kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8g

This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.

Course: Side
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: fried konnyaku

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