Korean soy-sesame tofu (to-fu jo rim) recipe

Recipe for korean soy-sesame tofu (to-fu jo rim) in our easy ethnic recipes collection. The mild, cream-colored bean curd called tofu takes readily to the typical korean flavorings: garlic, green onions, sesame seeds, and soy sauce.

Recipe ingredients

• 1 pound firm tofu
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
• Dash of black pepper
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 1 clove garlic, crushed or minced
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 to 3 teaspoons vegetable oil

How to make korean soy-sesame tofu (to-fu jo rim)

• Slice the tofu into 1/2-inch slices. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Let salted tofu stand a few minutes. Using a paper towel, pat the tofu dry.
• Mix the soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, sesame seeds, pepper, green onions, garlic, and water in a 1-cup measuring cup. Stir this sauce until sugar dissolves.
• Swirl the oil in a large skillet. Heat over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu slices until golden brown, turning once.
• One by one, dip the fried tofu slices in the sauce and return to the skillet, making layers. Pour the rest of the sauce over tofu.
• Cook tofu and sauce over medium heat about 5 minutes, or until tofu soaks up sauce. Serve with rice, vegetables, and salad.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 to 15 minutes
Serves 4

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