Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1-2 green chilies, sliced (adjust for spice level)
– 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
– 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
– 1 block (14 oz) soft tofu, cut into cubes
– 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or button)
– 1 cup zucchini, diced
– 1 cup spinach or bok choy
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1-2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
– 1-2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– 1 egg (optional, for added richness)
Instructions
Creating Korean Soft Tofu Stew is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent. Then, add the minced garlic and sliced green chilies, cooking until fragrant.
3. Add the Gochugaru: Stir in the gochugaru, mixing well to coat the onions and garlic in the spice.
4. Pour in the Broth: Add the vegetable or chicken broth to the pot and bring it to a boil.
5. Add Vegetables: Once boiling, add the sliced mushrooms and diced zucchini. Let it cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Incorporate the Tofu: Gently add the cubed soft tofu to the pot. Be careful not to break the tofu too much.
7. Season the Stew: Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt to taste. Let the stew simmer for another 5 minutes.
8. Add Greens: Add the spinach or bok choy and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
9. Optional Egg: If desired, crack an egg into the stew just before serving. Let it cook for a minute or two until the egg is set.
10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.
These steps will guide you in creating this amazing Korean Soft Tofu Stew effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 20g