Dubu Jorim (Braised Tofu)

Dubu Jorim (Braised Tofu)

from koreanbapsang.com
25 min
4 servings

Dubu jorim is a tofu dish that's braised in a simple sauce. With this recipe, you can easily turn your tofu into a flavorful side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 about 18-oz pack firm tofu
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable/canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru, 고추가루)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seed
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 scallions (1 if large), finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)

Directions

  1. 1

    Cut the tofu block into 1/2-inch thick rectangular pieces. Pat dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Prepare the sauce by mixing all ingredients together.

  3. 3

    Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet, carefully add the tofu pieces (tofu breaks easily) and sear over medium to medium high heat until lightly golden brown (about 3 - 4 minutes each side).

  4. 4

    Spoon the sauce over the tofu pieces. Slightly lift a side of the tofu pieces to get the sauce under them. Simmer for 3 - 4 minutes over medium to medium low heat. Flip them over, and simmer for another minute or two, spooning the sauce over the tofu pieces. Serve warm or cold with a bowl of rice.