Glossy Spicy Braised Tofu
Golden tofu gently simmered in a glossy, spicy soy sauce for an easy Korean home side dish.
⏱️ 35m total (Prep 15m / Cook 20m)
📊 Difficulty: Easy
🌶️ Spice: 🌶️🌶️
👥 Yield: 3 servings
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🥬 Main Ingredients
- Firm tofu1모 (300g)
- Onion½개
- Scallion½대
🥣 Sauce & Seasoning
- Soy sauce3큰술
- Gochugaru1½큰술
- Minced garlic1작은술
- Water½컵
- Sesame oil1작은술
🌿 Toppings & Garnish
- Toasted sesame1작은술
👨🍳 Cooking Steps
1
Slice the tofu into even, thick pieces.
2
Pat the tofu dry with a clean kitchen towel.
3
Brown both sides in an oiled skillet, turning with tongs.
4
Add onion and scallion around the tofu.
5
Mix soy sauce, gochugaru, garlic, and water, then pour over the tofu.
6
Simmer over medium-low heat, spooning sauce over the tofu.
7
Add sesame oil, plate with tongs, and garnish with sesame.
🌟 Pro Chef Tips
- • Dry tofu browns better and splatters less.
- • Lower the heat once the sauce reduces by half for a glossy finish.
⚠️ Avoid Common Pitfalls
- ❌ Frequent flipping can break the tofu.
- ❌ High heat can make the sauce salty or scorched.
🧊 Storage & Reheating Advice
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm over low heat in a skillet with a tiny dab of fresh butter to restore full aroma.