Spicy braised tofu, or Dubu-Jorim, is a quick and flavorful Korean dish made with tofu, gochugaru, soy sauce, and aromatics. Perfect for a healthy, vegan meal!
Press the tofu in the Tofu Press for 20-30 minutes to remove excess water. Cut it into ¼ inch thick bite size squares.
Add cooking oil to a pan over medium heat.
Gently set the tofu onto the pan and cook for 7 to 8 minutes. Rotate the pan to cook the tofu evenly. When the bottoms get a little crunchy, flip them over one by one with a spatula. Let cook another 7 to 8 minutes until both sides of each tofu piece are a little crispy and golden brown.
Transfer the tofu to a plate. Keep the leftover oil.
Add Gochugaru, Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar, Salt and Water to make the sauce. Mix it well.
Heat up a small pan over medium high heat and add the leftover oil. Add chopped onion, garlic, and green onions. Stir and cook until softened and slightly caramelized.
Add the sauce and keep stirring until it reduces a bit and thickens.
Add tofu and braise for a minute until the tofu absorbs some of the flavor of the sauce.
Turn off the heat, and add a drizzle of sesame oil and sesame seeds.
Sprinkle some sesame seeds over top and the rest of the chopped green onion. Serve right away with rice.
Notes
Press Your Tofu: Press tofu for 10–15 minutes to remove excess moisture for better texture.
Pan-Frying Tip: Use a non-stick skillet and ensure the oil is hot before adding tofu.
Marinate Longer: For deeper flavor, let the tofu sit in the sauce for a few minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with steamed rice, a side of sautéed spinach, and a bowl of miso soup.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcal
Keyword Asian, Braised, Spicy, Tofu
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