What do you think of tofu? Flavorless? Boring?? If that’s what you think, try this “Crispy Baked Gochujang Tofu“. Crispy on the edges and soft and warm on the inside, covered in a spicy, savory gochujang sauce. Once you try it, it will instantly become your new favorite.
Crispy Baked Gochujang Tofu (2 servings)
Ingredients:
- 17 oz (500g) firm tofu
- 1 tbsp Korean chili paste (gochujang)
- 1 tbsp light corn syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp neutral-tasting oil (such as grape seed, vegetable oil, etc.)
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- Microgreens (or salad mix), to garnish
- Generous pinch of toasted sesame seeds, to garnish
Instructions:
1. Make the sauce: In a small container, mix together the Korean chili paste, corn syrup, soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and oil.
2. Pat dry the tofu with paper towels. Using a knife, make some cuts like a checkered pattern, but not all the way down. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Put the tofu on a piece of parchment paper. Generously brush the sauce on the tofu.
4. Cook at 200℃ (390℉) for 15 minutes.
5. Drizzle with sesame oil. Garnish with microgreens and sesame seeds. Enjoy~!
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servingsIngredients
17 oz (500g) firm tofu
1 tbsp light corn syrup (or honey)
1/2 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
1/2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp neutral-tasting oil (such as grape seed, vegetable oil, etc.)
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Microgreens (or salad greens), to garnish
Generous pinch of toasted sesame seeds, to garnish
Directions
- Make the sauce: In a small container, mix together the Korean chili paste, corn syrup, soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and cooking oil.
- Pat dry the tofu with paper towels. Using a knife, make some cuts like a checkered pattern, but not all the way down. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Put the tofu on a piece of parchment paper. Generously brush the sauce on the tofu.
- Cook at 200℃ (390℉) for 15 minutes.
- Transfer it to a serving plate and drizzle with sesame oil. Garnish with microgreens and sesame seeds. Enjoy~!
Notes
- 1 Tbsp = 15 ml, 1 Cup = 240 ml