Super Simple & Delicious Braised Tofu: A Must-Try Side Dish!
Delicious and Hearty Braised Tofu Recipe
A beloved Korean staple side dish! You can make this easily and quickly with tofu you likely already have in your fridge. This braised tofu recipe uses inexpensive ingredients to create a wonderful meal. My husband absolutely loved it, so I’m sharing my secret. It’s so good it rivals even the best rice thieves! Try making this delicious braised tofu today!
Main Ingredients- 1/2 block of firm tofu (approx. 150-200g)
- 1/4 stalk of green onion
- A little grapeseed oil or cooking oil
Braised Tofu Sauce- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (Korean soup soy sauce or regular)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes; increase to 1.5 Tbsp for more heat)
- 1/2 Tbsp oligosaccharide or corn syrup (for shine and sweetness)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced green onion (white parts preferred)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/3 cup water (approx. 60ml)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (Korean soup soy sauce or regular)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes; increase to 1.5 Tbsp for more heat)
- 1/2 Tbsp oligosaccharide or corn syrup (for shine and sweetness)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced green onion (white parts preferred)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/3 cup water (approx. 60ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently press the tofu with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Slice it into about 1cm thick pieces. Heat 1-2 Tbsp of grapeseed oil in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Pan-fry the tofu slices until golden brown on both sides. This step helps the tofu hold its shape and adds a wonderful nutty flavor.
Step 2
Finely chop the green onion. You can use both the white and green parts for a nice color and fresh aroma.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine all the braised tofu sauce ingredients: soy sauce, gochugaru, oligosaccharide, minced green onion, minced garlic, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, and water. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce is nicely blended.
Step 4
Push the pan-fried tofu to one side of the pan, or transfer it to a plate. Pour the prepared braising sauce evenly over the tofu.
Step 5
Sprinkle the chopped green onions generously over the tofu and sauce. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the tofu. Covering the pan during this step helps the flavors meld beautifully.
Step 6
The dish is ready when the sauce has thickened and is coating the tofu nicely, releasing a delicious aroma! Enjoy it hot, or let it cool slightly for the flavors to deepen even further. Serve with freshly steamed rice for a satisfying and comforting meal.
