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Dubu Jorim (Braised Tofu)

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. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean

Ingredients

  • 1 about 18-oz pack firm Tofu
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable/canola oil
For the sauce:
  • 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

Instructions

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  1. Cut the tofu block into 1/2-inch thick rectangular pieces. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Prepare the sauce by mixing all ingredients together.
  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. 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.