Korean Braised Tofu
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Korean Braised Tofu
Description
This recipe begins by preparing a flavorful sauce combining low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, Korean chili powder (gochugaru), brown sugar, minced garlic, and water. Firm or extra firm tofu is cut into thickness according to preference, then patted dry to reduce moisture. The tofu is seared in olive oil over medium heat until each side forms a golden crust, adding texture contrast.
Lowering the heat, the sauce is poured over the tofu and allowed to simmer briefly, enabling the tofu to absorb the flavors while remaining intact. Occasional spooning or flipping ensures even coating. Toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions finish the dish, contributing nutty and fresh herbal notes.
The result is tofu that combines a crisp exterior with a soft center, enhanced by a slightly sweet, savory, and mildly spicy sauce. It can be served as a main dish or accompaniment to rice and vegetable sides.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 4 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp gochugaru
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 4 tbsp water
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 2-3 talks green onions sliced
Everything else:
- 1 block tofu firm or extra firm tofu works (420g, firm
- ½ tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients needed to make the sauce into a small bowl or measuring cup and set aside.
- Cut the tofu into 1/4 or 1/2 inch thick squares, depending on how thick you’d like them to be, pat dry with a paper towel, and set aside.
- Add olive oil to a non-stick skillet on medium heat and add the tofu to the pan.
- Sear the tofu until golden, around 4 to 5 minutes, on each side.
- Add the sauce that you made earlier and lower the heat to low.
- Let the tofu and the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, flipping the tofu occasionally or spooning the sauce over top of it.
- Serve as is or top with more sesame seeds and green onions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 207 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 207kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 638mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 653IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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