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Doenjang Pan-Fried Tofu

Pan-fry the tofu with doenjang (fermented soybean paste) and seasonings until fragrant. The result is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a rich, savory flavor.

20 min
Easy
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Doenjang Pan-Fried Tofu

Ingredients

tofu 1
cooking oil 1.5 tbsp
doenjang (sauce) 2 tbsp
minced garlic (sauce) 0.5 tbsp
chopped green onion (sauce) 2 tbsp
cooking wine (sauce) 1 tbsp
rice syrup (sauce) 1 tbsp
crushed sesame (sauce) 0.5 tbsp
sesame oil (sauce) 0.5 tbsp

Instructions

1

Step 1

Lay down absorbent paper, place the tofu on it, cut into 3x5x1 cm blocks, and pat dry to remove excess moisture.

2

Step 2

Prepare the seasoning sauce, making sure the doenjang is fully dissolved.

3

Step 3

Heat a pan, add cooking oil, and pan-fry both sides of the tofu until golden.

4

Step 4

Spread the doenjang sauce evenly over the fried tofu and pan-fry again over medium heat.