Crispy tofu glazed in a sticky, sweet-spicy gochujang sauce with garlic and ginger, served over rice. This sesame version is finished with toasted sesame seeds. Ready in about 30 minutes.
Prep 10 min Cook 20 min Serves 3 Easy
Ingredients
🧄Garlic2 cloves
🫙Ginger1 tsp, grated
🫙Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
🫙Soy Sauce1 tbsp
🌽Cornstarch2 tbsp
🍥Tofu400 g firm, cubed
🫙Maple Syrup1 tbsp
🫙Rice Vinegar1 tsp
🫙Gochujang2 tbsp
Optional extras
🍚Riceto serve
🧅Spring Onions2
🫙Toasted Sesame Seeds1 tbsp
🫙Sesame Seeds1 tsp
Instructions
1
Press the tofu, cube it and toss in cornstarch.
2
Pan-fry in oil until crisp on all sides.
3
Stir gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup, vinegar, garlic and ginger with a splash of water.
4
Pour the sauce over the tofu and toss until glossy.
5
Serve over rice with sesame seeds and spring onions.
6
Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
Chef's tip
Press the tofu for 15 minutes for the crispiest result.
