How to Make Korean Spicy Braised Tofu Recipe (Dubu-jorim)-A Healthy and Flavorful Dish

Ingredients:

• 1 block (250 g/ 9 oz) firm tofu
• 1 Tbsp cooking oil
• 1/4 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Asian pear, grated
• 1/2 green chili, thinly sliced
• 3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/8 cup mirin
• 2 Tbsp sugar
• 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 2 Tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Drain the tofu and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Heat the oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic then cook until fragrant.
3. Add the Asian pear, chili and gochujang, stir until everything is well combined. Cook for a few minutes.
4. Add the soy sauce, mirin and sugar. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Add the tofu and gently flip the pieces over. Cook for 4-5 minutes.
6. Add the sesame oil and sesame seeds. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened and coated the tofu pieces.
7. Serve warm, optionally with steamed rice.

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