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Dubu Jorim: Spicy Braised Tofu from Korea

Dubu Jorim: Spicy Korean Braised Tofu

Aruna
Dubu Jorim is a very easy to make and delicious Spicy Korean Braised Tofu. A part of the Banchan or the side-dishes served as a part of a Korean meal, the protein-rich Dubu Jorim is traditionally eaten with rice, but can be enjoyed by itself as well.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Accompaniments, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Korean, South Asian, South Korean, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings 4 People
Equipment
  • Frying Pan
  • Spatula
  • Small Bowl
Ingredients
  
  • 300 gms Tofu or Paneer
  • 1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Onion
  • 1 Finely Chopped Scallion or Spring Onion
  • 1/2 tsp Minced Garlic
  • 3 tsp Oil
For Sauce
  • 1 tsp Soy Sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Gochugaru or Spicy Chilli Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Cup Water
Other Ingredients
  • 1/2 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1 tsp Sesame Seeds
Instructions
 
Getting Started
  • Gently squeeze any extra moisture out of a 300 gm block of soft tofu or paneer.
  • Slice the block of tofu or paneer into 2″ slices about 1/4″ thick.
  • Set aside 1 tsp spring onion greens for garnish.
  • Toast 1 tsp sesame seeds till they start to change colour.
  • Set aside.
Making the Sauce
  • In a small bowl, combine 1 tsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp brown sugar, 1/2 tsp Gochugaru or Spicy red chilli powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup water.
  • Mix well and set aside.
Braising the Tofu
  • Over medium flame, heat a frying pan.
  • Add 2 tsp oil to a frying pan.
  • Add the tofu slices and fry each side till it it light golden brown.
  • Remove from the oil and set aside.
Making the Dubu Jorim
  • To the same frying pan, add 1 tsp oil.
  • Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and 1/2 tsp minced garlic.
  • Stir-fry till the onion is transparent.
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped spring onion and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  • Add the sauce and mix well.
  • Stir-fry till the extra water evapourates but the mix is still moist.
  • Add 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seed oil and mix well.
  • Add the braised tofu slices and mix with a gentle hand till the slices are well-coated with onion mix.
  • Add 1/2 tsp toasted seeds and mix well.
  • Cover and set aside for 5 minutes.
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Transfer the Dubu Jorim to a plate.
  • Garnish with 1 tsp spring onion greens and 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds.
  • Serve hot with some sticky rice.
Keyword Dubu Jorim, Gluten Free, Korean Tofu, Spicy Braised Tofu
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