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A bowl of gochujang Tofu topped with scallions

Gochujang Tofu

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  • Author: Jessica Hoffman
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Gochujang Tofu is spicy, tangy and delicious for a weeknight meal!


Ingredients

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Tofu

  • 1 pack extra-firm tofu (12-14oz)
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (can sub vegetable oil)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp minced ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 scallions, sliced. (optional)

Gochujang sauce

  • 3 tbsp Gochujang
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (can sub tamari)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Press as much liquid out of the tofu as possible with a clean kitchen towel, paper towel or a tofu press.
  3. Rip the tofu into nuggets or cut into cubes and toss together with 1 tbsp of avocado oil and cornstarch.
  4. Spread the tofu onto a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
  5. Mix the Gochujang sauce ingredients together. Set aside. 
  6. Heat the remaining tbsp of avocado oil in a large pan on medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger and saute for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add the Gochujang sauce and crispy tofu and mix together until evenly coated.
  8. Optionally tofu with sliced scallions and serve.

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed immediately. 

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 of the recipe
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 24g