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Dubu Jorim (Spicy Korean Braised Tofu) Recipe

This Dubu Jorim (Spicy Korean Braised Tofu) recipe is bursting with umami and heat from many flavors including garlic, sesame, gochugaru!
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Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Korean
Servings 2 servings

Equipment

  • Kitchen Towel or Paper Towels
  • Small Bowl
  • Small Whisk
  • Large Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu

  • 1 block extra-firm tofu
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil

For the Sauce

  • 1 tbsp gochugaru korean red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar
  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • 2 tbsp fresh garlic finely grated
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp green onions
  • 2 tsp white sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Unwrap the tofu block and place it in the kitchen towel or paper towels. Lightly press down on it to release some of the excess water, being careful not to crumble it.
  • Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Place a skillet over medium heat.
  • Slice tofu into rectangular blocks, each about half-inch thick.
  • When the skillet is hot, add in the 2 tbsp of oil. Wear oven mitts and stand as far as possible from the oil, or use a lid to cover part of it, as it will splatter!
  • Once the oil is hot, carefully add in the tofu slices, evenly placing them all in the skillet.
  • Let the tofu pan-fry for about 4 minutes per side, flipping each slide over once golden brown. Once this is done, move onto the next step.
  • Pour the sauce over top of the crispy tofu, in the skillet.
  • Simmer for two more minutes on medium-low, stirring the tofu around, then turn off the heat.
  • Serve the tofu over white rice or your choice of grain. Enjoy!

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