Easy 20-min. Korean Braised Tofu (Dubu Jorim)
Pan-fried tofu braised in a spicy, sweet, savory sauce with garlic and scallions. This easy 20-minute Korean braised tofu is the most delicious way to enjoy tofu! A great side dish with rice and made of minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (block) tofu firm / extra-firm / medium-firm
- 1.5 tablespoon vegetable oil or any neutral oil
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 green onion finely chopped (optional garnish)
Sauce
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- ¼ cup regular soy sauce or light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar or cane sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru or Gochujang
- ½ tablespoon rice vinegar apple cider vinegar / white vinegar / mirin
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- ⅓ cup water cold or room temperature
Instructions
- Drain the block tofu of its packaged liquids. Then slice the block tofu into 2.5-inch-long rectangles that are ⅓-inch thick.
- On a large baking sheet or plate lined with paper towel, place tofu slices flat in a single layer. Pat dry tofu with more paper towel.
- Then evenly sprinkle salt on top of the tofu. Set aside for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients as listed above.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan on medium heat. Pan fry tofu pieces on both sides until golden, about 2-4 minutes per side.
- Then pour the sauce over the tofu and cook for 3-4 minutes or until sauce has reduced. Garnish with more green onions and serve with steamed rice.
Notes
Storage & Reheating
- Leftovers will last up to 4 days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To reheat: microwave for 2-3 minutes until hot or reheat in a pan on medium heat.
- Freezer friendly? I don't recommend freezing Korean braised tofu as this will change the texture of the tofu.
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Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1293mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 683IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 7mg