This was my first time trying this tofu kimchi dish and it was super light and perfectly savory! The kimchi is on the saltier side but compliments the light taste of tofu.
In Korea, this snack is usually eaten with soju and drinks (bar food), but I love to eat this as an appetizer when I’m watching TV. The first time I saw this dish was watching @MichelleChoi on Youtube as she also ate it while watching Korean Dramas. If you’re looking for a delicious and vegetarian snack, you must try this tofu kimchi dish!
INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR YOUR TOFU KIMCHI:
- 1.5 cups kimchi
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 tablespoon gochujang (red pepper paste)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- seaweed
- 1 block medium firm tofu
STEPS TO MAKE THE TOFU KIMCHI:
- Slice green onions thinly. To make it less spicy, soak in cold water for 10 minutes.
- Heat pan to medium heat. Add avocado oil and then kimchi. Then, add 1/2 tablespoon gochujang, soy sauce, sesame seeds and sesame oil. Mix together and saute for 3 to 4 minutes until cabbage is cooked. Set aside.
- Sliced tofu in slices and arrange in a circle on a plate. This is optional, but I like to steam mine! Heat a pot of water on high heat and add your steamer when water is boiling. Steam tofu for 3 minutes. Pour out excess water.
- Add kimchi in the center of the plate with green onions. Garnish with sesame seeds. You can also eat the tofu kimchi with seaweed for some umami and crispy flavor! Hope you enjoy!
Tofu Kimchi
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1½ cups kimchi
- ½ tablespoon gochujang red pepper paste
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon sugar optional
- 1 green onion sliced
- seaweed to wrap the tofu and kimchi
- 1 medium block tofu
Instructions
- Slice green onions thinly. To make it less spicy, soak in cold water for 10 minutes.
- Heat pan to medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon avocado oil and then 1.5 cups kimchi. Then, add 1/2 tablespoon gochujang, soy sauce, sesame seeds and sesame oil. Mix together and saute for 3 to 4 minutes until cabbage is cooked. Set aside.
- Sliced tofu in slices and arrange in a circle on a plate. This is optional, but I like to steam mine! Heat a pot of water on high heat and add your steamer when water is boiling. Steam tofu for 3 minutes. Pour out excess water.
- Add kimchi in the center of the plate with green onions. Garnish with sesame seeds. You can also eat the tofu kimchi with seaweed for some umami and crispy flavor! Hope you enjoy!
Video
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Want to try more delicious appetizers:
- green onion pancake – crispy and crunchy green onion pancake is a staple for chinese breakfast! Also can be eaten as a snack!
- korean crab cake – soft and savory crab cakes and perfect when you want to serve with a bowl of white rice
- crab rangoons – crunchy and cheesy crab rangoons are addicting! Dip in some sweet and sour sauce for a flavor explosion!
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