Braised Tofu in Spicy Sauce
Braised tofu is pan-fried until golden then simmered in a spicy soy-gochujang sauce. Crispy outside and silky inside, it is universally loved as a Korean side dish.
Instructions
- 1
Slice tofu 1 cm thick and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Pan-fry tofu in oil until golden on both sides.
- 3
Mix soy sauce, gochugaru, sugar, minced garlic, and water for the sauce.
- 4
Pour sauce over the fried tofu and simmer on medium-low for 5 minutes.
- 5
Top with sliced green onion and drizzle sesame oil to finish.
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