Comments on: Seaweed-Tofu Beignets

By: Leila A. Fortier

Leila A. Fortier — Sun, 03 Nov 2013 16:32:57 +0000

Ohhh my goodness! I'm back and I made them! You were absolutely right about how rich these were! I think one of the things I enjoy most about your recipes is how some of the ingredients and combinations so often surprise me! Admittedly, when I saw the photos for this recipe, I was enticed to wanting to make them. However, as I began constructing the recipe, I thought to myself: "Oh no. What if these are not as good as they look? What if they taste terrible? What will I do? What will I say? Especially when Erin went to such lengths to custom make this recipe with the ingredients I sent her?" The naga-hajiki seaweed is an item that I have not even cooked with living in Japan! (See! You are so much braver than me in this arena!) As I was soaking them, I was rather repelled by how they looked and smelled as they absorbed the water. I was convinced this was going to be a disaster–but again, you utterly surprised and delighted me with the results! The seaweed did not overpower the doe as I had imagined it would. As the matter of fact, it's flavor and accent was subtle–instead denoting to the beignet's rich and savory flavor. I was in heaven with how light and airy they were at the same time as being a flavorful source of comfort food. The shikwasa jam was amazing, even though I had to use green chili instead of jalapeno. I will definitely be making these again and am honored by your thoughtful ideas and innovations.

By: erinwyso

erinwyso — Sun, 03 Nov 2013 13:26:21 +0000

In reply to Leila A. Fortier. I am thrilled that you made and liked these, Leila! Yes, the naga-hijiki is not a pretty or pleasantly fragrant ingredient, but it just somehow works here. Thanks again for sharing these products, and introducing me to Okinawan culture and food!

By: Christine (The Raw Project)

Christine (The Raw Project) — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 22:44:39 +0000

Such a sweet post and this looks amazing!

By: Laura

Laura — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 20:57:07 +0000

Looks so good! Can't wait to try it!

By: erinwyso

erinwyso — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 19:56:28 +0000

In reply to Kristina @ spabettie. Thank you Kristina!

By: Kristina @ spabettie

Kristina @ spabettie — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 19:28:58 +0000

what a sweet thing! and your creativity really shines with this recipe, everything sounds fantastic!

By: Johanna

Johanna — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 08:48:04 +0000

It'll be difficult finding those ingredients around here, so I may have to take a road trip.

By: LittleMonsterx14

LittleMonsterx14 — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 00:12:21 +0000

incredible, as always!

By: Laryssa

Laryssa — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 22:29:29 +0000

I saw this recipe in Bon Appetit and remember thinking that I wish someone could veganize it for me. Well, you've done just that. Thank you!

By: erinwyso

erinwyso — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 18:43:26 +0000

In reply to Laryssa. That's too funny! I have been wanting to make this since September, and I wish I had made them sooner!