Growing up, I hated the texture/ taste of tofu. This honestly changed once I tried this appetizer at a restaurant. This appetizer is my GO-TO recipe whenever I’m making Korean food or just in the mood for some tofu. This recipe is absolutely DELICIOUS and I PROMISE it is going to be a crowd favourite. It’s super simple but tasty as f*ck.
- Author: cookingwithchow
- Course: Appetizer
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time:10
- Total Time: 15
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 package of tofu (6 oz/ 170g)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 cup diced scallions
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
- 3 garlic gloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
DIRECTIONS
- Gently pat the tofu with a paper towel to remove any excess liquid.
- Slice up tofu into 2″ x 1/2″ pieces.
- Mix together soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, hot water, chilli flakes, garlic in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat up NON-STICK cooking pan to medium heat. (Very important it’s non stick!). Stir in 1 tbsp of coconut oil.
- Once the pan is heated, carefully place tofu slices into the pan.
- Do not touch/flip the tofu for 5-7 minutes on medium heat.
- After 5-7 minutes/ the tofu is browned, flip it over and repeat step 5. If you would like the tofu more crispy, add an additional 1 tbsp coconut oil.
- Once lightly browned on both sides, remove from pan.
- Spoon the sauce over the tofu, top with scallions, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Serve & enjoy!!
Let me know how you enjoy this recipe in the comments below! Stay tuned for more recipes!
xx, CWC
