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Brisket and Zucchini Soft Tofu Stew
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Brisket and Zucchini Soft Tofu Stew

A quick-cooking stew using thin brisket shavings and fresh summer zucchini.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound Beef brisket, thinly shaved
  • 11 ounces Soft tofu (Soon-tofu)
  • 1 cup Zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 0.5 cup Onion, diced
  • 1.5 cups Anchovy broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons Gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
  • 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small pot or ddukbaegi, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the shaved brisket and minced garlic, sautéing until the beef is no longer pink.

  3. 3

    Add the gochugaru and stir constantly for 1 minute to create a red chili oil, being careful not to burn the flakes.

  4. 4

    Pour in the broth and soy sauce, then bring the mixture to a boil.

  5. 5

    Add the diced onions and sliced zucchini, then simmer for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  6. 6

    Carefully scoop the soft tofu into the pot in large chunks.

  7. 7

    Let the stew boil for another 2 minutes to heat the tofu through.

  8. 8

    Top with chopped green onions and serve immediately with a bowl of steamed rice.

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