Description
Enjoy the bold flavors of Korean cuisine with this delicious Crispy Gochujang Korean Tofu recipe. Crispy pan-fried tofu tossed in a savory and slightly spicy gochujang sauce, garnished with fresh green onions – a perfect vegan main course that’s easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for pan-frying)
- 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
For the sauce:
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu: Drain tofu and press for at least 15–20 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss tofu with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Pan-Fry the Tofu: Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Pour the sauce into the skillet and let it simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine Tofu and Sauce: Return the tofu to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve over steamed rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps.
- For extra crunch, air fry or bake the tofu at 400°F for 20–25 minutes before saucing.
- Adjust gochujang to taste for desired spice level.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
