Korean-style Mongolian Tofu (몽골리안 두부)
This recipe for 몽골리안 두부 (Korean-style Mongolian Tofu) is a delicious fusion dish that combines Korean and Chinese flavors to create a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 block of firm tofu, drained and cubed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, and green onions to make the marinade.
- Place the tofu cubes in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the tofu. Gently toss to coat the tofu, then let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Pour the slurry over the tofu in the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Transfer the cooked tofu to a serving dish, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large skillet Shallow dish Small bowls
Tools
Whisk Cutting board Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Mongolian tofu over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of rice vinegar or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
Cost
$10