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Quick Summer Saucy Tofu

This quick tofu recipe is making on repeat in my kitchen. Why?

  • Simple ingredients
  • Quick
  • SUPPER DELICIOUS

The most important ingredient here is gochujang - Korean Chili Paste, if you haven't tried it you really should get one. You can prepare so many delicious dishes with this paste, stir-fry, soup ...

Servings: 2
You will need
  • 360 g tofu (cubed)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2-3 tbsp chopped coriander
  • 1 1/2 tbsp chopped garlic
    • The sauce
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp water
Instructions
  1. 1

    Slice tofu into cubes ( small or big it depends on how you like it )

  2. 2

    Deep fry until the tofu is golden, transfer to a plate. 

  3. 3

    Put chopped garlic into a tight strainer, deep fry until golden then transfer to a plate. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Deep fry the 2nd time for extra crispy and transfer to a mixing bowl. 

  5. 5

    Making the sauce by combing all the ingredients in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil and cook until the sauce is thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool down. 

  6. 6

    Add the sauce into the tofu bowl with coriander, sesame seeds and fried garlic. Toss well and serve over rice! 

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