Korean Dubu Jorim

Name: Korean Dubu Jorim
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 2 package extra-firm tofu (14 oz pack, drained, pressed, and sliced into 1/2-inch thick slabs); 1 cup shelled edamame (frozen, thawed); 2 package pre-cooked brown rice (8.5 oz pouch); 4 cup baby spinach; 1 tablespoon gochujang paste; 2 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 2 clove garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (finely grated); 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Pan-seared extra-firm tofu slabs braised in a savory Korean gochujang-soy glaze, served over brown rice with steamed edamame and wilted spinach.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Korean
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $2.24/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian
Vegan
Pescatarian
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Egg-Free
Low-Calorie
Low-Saturated-Fat
Low-Cholesterol
Low-Sodium
Low-Sugar

Ingredients

2 package extra-firm tofu (14 oz pack, drained, pressed, and sliced into 1/2-inch thick slabs)
1 cup shelled edamame (frozen, thawed)
2 package pre-cooked brown rice (8.5 oz pouch)
4 cup baby spinach
1 tablespoon gochujang paste
2 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (finely grated)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang paste, low-sodium soy sauce, maple syrup, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1/3 cup water.
Heat toasted sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the extra-firm tofu slabs in a single layer and pan-fry for 4 to 5 minutes per side until nicely browned.
Pour the gochujang braising liquid over the tofu slabs. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, spooning the sauce over the tofu until reduced to a glossy glaze.
In the last 2 minutes of simmering, add the thawed shelled edamame and baby spinach to the edges of the pan, covering briefly to allow spinach to wilt.
Heat the pouches of pre-cooked brown rice in the microwave for 90 seconds each. Divide rice among bowls, top with braised tofu, edamame, and wilted spinach, then garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Gochujang delivers moderate warmth with natural fermented sweetness without requiring any cumin.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 464
Protein: 28.8 g
Carbohydrates: 50.5 g
Fat: 16 g
Fiber: 6.2 g
Sodium: 468 mg
Saturated Fat: 1.8 g
Sugar: 4.7 g