Description
Spicy and sweet, this crispy Korean tofu is a savory treat for the tastebuds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of extra firm tofu (cut into 1 inch cubes and dried with paper towels)
- 1 tablespoons of cornstarch
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/8–1/4 teaspoon of Korean chili powder
- 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Toss the tofu cubes in a bowl with the cornstarch until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Put cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat and cook for 20 minutes, flip the cubes then cook for 20 more minutes until lightly golden brown and crispy.
- When there are a few minutes left with the tofu, mix all ingredients in a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until the sauce bubbles and thickens.
- Toss the tofu in the sauce and serve topped with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Korean