Ttukdak Hyung's Crispy Fried Tofu Stir-fry

A super-powered rice thief made by crispy frying the tofu's surface until chewy, then stir-frying it in a spicy and sweet pork stir-fry sauce until it's well-reduced.

Ingredients needed 2 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • If you only have soft stew tofu, it will break easily due to its high water content. Pan-fry it in oil for a bit longer than firm tofu to sufficiently evaporate the moisture, ensuring a firm and chewy texture.
  • The sauce contains gochujang and chili powder, so it burns easily over high heat. The secret to success is to control the consistency by adding 2-3 tablespoons of water as needed.
  • This finished tofu stir-fry is excellent served over freshly cooked rice, topped with a fried egg, and mixed together like a rice bowl.

Recommended for

  • Those who want a spicy and flavorful dish that can finish a bowl of rice even without a meat side dish.
  • Those who want to try a different kind of tofu dish with a crispy exterior and soft interior, moving beyond the usual plain braised tofu.
  • Those who want to quickly make a main-dish-level side dish with just one block of affordable tofu, comparable to professional pork stir-fry.

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