Dubu Jorim (Braised Tofu) with Shishito Peppers
A spicy braised tofu side dish simmered down with shishito peppers in green onion and garlic chili oil until the broth is reduced.
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This braised dish features golden pan-fried tofu simmered in a savory seasoning infused with shishito peppers and scallion-garlic chili oil. Pan-frying the tofu beforehand keeps it from breaking apart, and the subtle pepper aroma soaks in to make an appetizing side dish for rice.
- Servings
- 2–3 servings
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Mildly spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Tofu1 block, 350 g (+ salt, ground black pepper)
- Shishito peppers (kkwari-gochu)20, 70 g (or so)
- Large green onion (daepa)1/3 stalk
- Anchovy broth (or water)1 cup
Seasoning
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)1 tbsp
- Minced garlic1 tbsp
- Regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang) (or brewed soy sauce (yangjo-ganjang))1 tbsp
- Tuna extract sauce (chamchi-aek)1 tbsp
- Mirin (cooking rice wine)1 tbsp
- Corn syrup (mulyeot)1 tbsp
- Toasted sesame oil1/2 tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds1/2 tbsp
- The shishito peppers can be a mix of large and small; about 20 small ones are plenty.
Steps
Prepare the ingredients
Prepare 1 pack of tofu (350 g), about 20 small shishito peppers (mine were a mix of large and small), and the large green onion like this.
Slice the ingredients
Cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces, pat off the moisture, and lightly season with a sprinkle of salt and ground black pepper.
Cut any large peppers in half, and thinly slice the green onion.
Pan-fry the tofu
Add the tofu to a heated pan and fry both sides until crispy and golden brown.
Frying it first like this keeps it from breaking apart easily once braised.
Make the chili oil
Heat oil in a pan and add the green onion, 1 tbsp minced garlic, and 1 tbsp gochugaru, stir-frying without burning to make chili oil.
Pour in 1 cup anchovy broth (or water) along with 1 tbsp regular soy sauce, 1 tbsp tuna extract sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp corn syrup.
Braise
Once the liquid is bubbling vigorously, add the shishito peppers and simmer until about halfway cooked, then add the tofu and braise until the sauce is reduced and slightly saucy.
Turn off the heat, drizzle with a little toasted sesame oil, and finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
Finish
Though made with just two main ingredients, this side dish is so appetizing it rivals any meat dish.
The shishito peppers and tofu taste great eaten separately, and wrapping the peppers with a piece of tofu is delicious too.
With budget-friendly ingredients that taste wonderful, digest easily, and leave you feeling healthy, this braised tofu is truly great value in every way.
Enjoy delicious food, and have a joyful and happy Christmas with your beloved family and neighbors.
Ppunwife's tips
- Pan-frying the tofu beforehand keeps it from breaking apart easily once braised.
FAQ
Why do you pan-fry the tofu before braising?
Pan-frying it in a skillet until golden on both sides keeps the tofu from easily falling apart when simmered in the sauce.
What should I do if I do not have anchovy broth?
You can substitute 1 cup of water for the anchovy broth to make the braising liquid.
Can I use brewed soy sauce instead of regular soy sauce?
Regular soy sauce and brewed soy sauce can be used interchangeably in equal amounts, so using brewed soy sauce is completely fine.
