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.
Servings: 4
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
- Cut the tofu block into 1/2-inch thick rectangular pieces. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing all ingredients together.
- 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).
- 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.
