Name: Korean Braised Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) firm tofu, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rectangles; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying; 4 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes); 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated); 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the tofu

Drain the tofu and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into 1/2-inch thick rectangles about 2 inches long. Place the tofu slices on more paper towels and press gently to remove excess moisture.
Fry the tofu

Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu slices and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
Make the sauce

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, gochugaru, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and the white parts of the green onions. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
Braise the tofu

Return the fried tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over it. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, occasionally spooning the sauce over the tofu, until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 10-12 minutes.
Garnish and serve

Transfer the braised tofu to a serving plate. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and the green parts of the green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Korean Braised Tofu

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