Korean Braised Tofu (Dubu Jorim)

Ingredients

• 14 oz (400 g) g extra-firm tofu
• 3 tbsp tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
• 1 tbsp tbsp brown sugar
• 3 cloves cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup cup water
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 1 tsp tsp toasted sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Press the tofu between paper towels with a light weight for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch thick slices. (Prep: 10 minutes total including slicing and mixing sauce.)

2. 2

   Whisk together soy sauce, gochugaru, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, and water in a small bowl to make the braising sauce.

3. 3

   Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat and pan-fry tofu slices 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the sauce over the tofu, and simmer 5-7 minutes, spooning the glaze over the slices until it thickens and coats the tofu.

5. 5

   Transfer to a plate, spoon remaining glaze on top, and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed rice.