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Crispy Gochujang Korean Tofu

Crispy Gochujang Korean Tofu: Flavor-Packed Vegan Delight

A quick and easy recipe for Crispy Gochujang Korean Tofu, combining sweet, spicy, and umami flavors for a satisfying vegan dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block firm or extra-firm tofu drained and pressed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can use other neutral oils
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch or potato starch for coating
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang do not substitute
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup can substitute with tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons mirin can substitute with rice vinegar and sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce preferably low-sodium
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar coconut sugar is an alternative
  • 2 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar can swap with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil omit if unavailable
  • 3 tablespoons water to adjust consistency
Garnishes (Optional)
  • 2 scallions sliced thinly
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare tofu by draining and pressing it for at least 15 minutes. Cut into cubes or bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, toss tofu with olive oil, salt, and pepper until coated. Sprinkle cornstarch or potato starch and toss again.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F or air fryer to 400°F. Bake tofu for 15 minutes, toss, then bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. Prepare the sauce by combining gochujang, ketchup, mirin, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, rice vinegar, and water in a skillet. Heat gently until bubbling, then simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Once the tofu is crispy and the sauce thickened, add tofu to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce.
  6. Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with scallions and sesame seeds, and serve with steamed rice and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Press tofu correctly to achieve crispiness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer to maintain texture.

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