Description
A flavorful and simple Gochujang Korean Tofu recipe that is crispy on the outside and tender inside, perfect as a main dish or side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
- Toss the tofu cubes in a bowl with cornstarch until evenly coated on all sides.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create the glaze.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and fry for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden brown and crispy.
- Reduce the heat to low and pour the prepared sauce over the tofu.
- Toss the tofu continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats each cube.
- Remove from heat and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Notes
Ensure to press the tofu well for a crispy texture and avoid overcooking for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg