Korean Spicy Braised Tofu (Dubu-jorim)

Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Dice your jalapeño and green onion into small pieces.
  2. 2Dice your jalapeño and green onion into small pieces.
  3. 3Dice your jalapeño and green onion into small pieces.
  4. 4Drain your tofu and pat dry.
  5. 5Drain your tofu and pat dry.
  6. 6Drain your tofu and pat dry.
  7. 7Slice the tofu into small rectangles.
  8. 8Slice the tofu into small rectangles.
  9. 9Slice the tofu into small rectangles.
  10. 10Salt your tofu pieces to taste.
  11. 11Salt your tofu pieces to taste.
  12. 12Salt your tofu pieces to taste.
  13. 13In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, water, green onion, jalapeño, brown sugar, minced garlic, and gochugaru and mix well.
  14. 14In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, water, green onion, jalapeño, brown sugar, minced garlic, and gochugaru and mix well.
  15. 15In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, water, green onion, jalapeño, brown sugar, minced garlic, and gochugaru and mix well.
  16. 16In a pan coated with spray oil on medium heat, grill your tofu pieces until lightly golden on both sides.
  17. 17In a pan coated with spray oil on medium heat, grill your tofu pieces until lightly golden on both sides.
  18. 18In a pan coated with spray oil on medium heat, grill your tofu pieces until lightly golden on both sides.
  19. 19Lower the heat to low and pour your sauce on top of the tofu and let it cook for 1-2 minutes.
  20. 20Lower the heat to low and pour your sauce on top of the tofu and let it cook for 1-2 minutes.
  21. 21Lower the heat to low and pour your sauce on top of the tofu and let it cook for 1-2 minutes.
  22. 22Pour it all into an airtight container to enjoy later!
  23. 23Pour it all into an airtight container to enjoy later!
  24. 24Pour it all into an airtight container to enjoy later!

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1.5 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1.5 tbsp minced garlic
  • 0.5 tbsp brown sugar
  • 0.5 tbsp brown sugar
  • 0.5 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 medium green onion
  • 2 medium green onion
  • 2 medium green onion
  • 0.25 whole jalapeno
  • 0.25 whole jalapeno
  • 0.25 whole jalapeno
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • to taste salt
  • to taste salt
  • to taste salt
  • 1 medium firm tofu pack
  • 1 medium firm tofu pack
  • 1 medium firm tofu pack

Equipment

knifecutting boardpanairtight containerspoonbowl

Tips

  • This recipe is high in protein and packs a ton of nutrients, making it a healthy option. The marinade is delicious and elevates any meal.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapeno to your heat preference.
  • You can enjoy this dish later by pouring it into an airtight container.