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Spicy Braised Tofu (Dubu-Jorim) Served in a white plate

Spicy Braised Tofu (Dubu-Jorim)

Berry Berry Life
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!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Korean
Servings 4
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce:

Instructions
 

  • 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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