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Spicy Korean Braised Tofu

This spicy braised tofu dish, also known as dubu-jorim is coated in a savoury, spicy sauce seasoned with lots of spring onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: korean recipes, tofu recipes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 450 g extra firm tofu
  • oil for pan frying
  • 3 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds (black & white)
  • 1/3 cup scallions
  • 1/4 cup water

Garnish

  • toasted sesame seeds
  • spring onions green part

Instructions

  • Slice tofu into squares and pan fry in oil until crispy.
  • Mix all the ingredients needed for the sauce.
  • Pour the sauce over the fried tofu and braise it for a few minutes, letting it soak up all the flavour.
  • Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds.