20 minDifficulty Easyside dishBraised Tofu collectionMain ingredients 🥩tofuonionlarge green onionminced garlicJin-ganjanggochugarusesame oilTags 🏷️super simplerice thiefall-purpose seasoning
Detailed recipeQuick recipeIngredients needed 🛒3 servings1 block tofu1/2 onion1 large green onion1 tbsp minced garlic3 tbsp Jin-ganjang1.5 tbsp gochugaru1 tbsp sugar1 tbsp sesame oil3 tbsp cooking oilRecipe 🍳Pat the tofu dry and cut into thick rectangular slices.Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat and pan-fry the tofu on both sides until golden.In a bowl, combine minced garlic, sliced large green onion, gochugaru, Jin-ganjang, sugar, and sesame oil to make the seasoning sauce.Spread shredded onion on the bottom of a pot, place the pan-fried tofu on top, and evenly spoon the seasoning sauce over it.Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and braise until the sauce reduces and the tofu absorbs the flavors.Cut tofu into thick slices and pan-fry until golden.Mix the seasoning sauce.Layer onion, pan-fried tofu, and seasoning sauce in a pot and braise until the liquid reduces.Cooking tips 💡Pan-frying the tofu before braising helps it hold its shape and gives the exterior a pleasantly chewy texture.The sauce can burn as it reduces, so keep the heat at medium-low and spoon the simmering liquid over the tofu as it braises.Recommended for 🙋⭐Those who want braised tofu with a firm, springy texture that doesn't fall apart.⭐Those looking for a classic rice side dish infused with a spicy-sweet soy sauce seasoning.