Imokase's Tofu Stew

Name: Imokase's Tofu Stew
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: tofu 1 block; green onion 1 stalk (minced); soy sauce 200ml; minced garlic 1 tablespoon; sesame seeds as needed; water as needed; vegetable oil as needed; perilla oil 1 full circle

A rich and savory tofu stew by Imokase, featuring golden-fried tofu paired with a special homemade soy sauce marinade and perilla oil for deep umami and nutty aroma.

15 min Difficulty Easy side dish

Main ingredients

tofu green onion soy sauce garlic perilla oil

Ingredients needed 3 servings

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Recipe

Mix minced green onion, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, sesame seeds, and water gradually to adjust seasoning without making it too salty, creating a custom soy sauce marinade.
Cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces of even thickness and size.
Heat vegetable oil generously in a pan, then add the cut tofu and pan-fry on both sides until golden brown.
Once the tofu is well-fried, gather it to one side of the pan, then evenly pour the solids and liquid from the prepared soy sauce marinade over the tofu.
If concerned about burning, add a splash of water and swirl a large circle of perilla oil around the pan.
Cover the pan and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to fully absorb into the tofu.
Finish by sprinkling sesame seeds once more before serving.

Combine minced green onion, soy sauce, garlic, sesame seeds, and water gradually to make a custom soy sauce marinade.
Cut the tofu and pan-fry it in oil until golden brown.
Evenly spread the soy sauce marinade over the fried tofu.
Add a little water and a full circle of perilla oil, then cover and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top to finish.

Cooking tips

The key to this tofu stew is perilla oil. Drizzling it at the end and simmering with it enhances the tofu’s rich, nutty flavor.
When preparing the soy sauce marinade, add water gradually to achieve a slightly mild taste—this ensures the final dish isn’t overly salty.

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Those who want to enjoy a life-changing tofu stew with a crisp exterior, moist interior, and rich, nutty depth of flavor.
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