Takeda Aburaage

The thick fried tofu made in Takeda, a mountain village in Maruoka of Sakai City, is a famous specialty. Fukui is a land that eats a great deal of fried tofu, and this dish is its very symbol.

Highlights

Far thicker than the usual kind, it is crisp and fragrant outside and fluffy and juicy within. Rich in the flavor of soybeans, it is typically grilled and eaten with ginger and soy sauce. It holds the skill of artisans who carefully fry the tofu.

Enjoying the Seasons

It can be enjoyed all year. Freshly made fried tofu tasted in the quiet mountain village is exceptional, savored amid the scenery of the countryside through the seasons.

Access and Basic Information

In Kamitakeda of Maruoka in Sakai City stands a long established shop said to date to the Taisho era, where you can taste it grilled fresh at a village eatery. It can also be bought in Fukui City and elsewhere.

A Quick Tip

Have it piping hot off the grill. Adding grated radish or ginger brings out its fragrance all the more.