Korean Sweet and Crunchy Tofu (Dubu Gangjeong)

Step 1

Prepare the sauce by mixing all ingredients together.

Step 2

Use a paper towel to pat dry the tofu. Cut tofu into cubes of approx. 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Step 3

In a big container, place the cornstarch and tofu. Close the lid and shake the container upside down to coat all tofu cubes with cornstarch. Alternatively, coat tofu with cornstarch one by one.

Step 4

In a large pan, add a generous amount of cooking oil to coat the entire surface. On medium-high heat cook the tofu cubes on each side. Cooking time depends on your stove, tofu is ready once all sides are slightly golden brown.

Step 5

Remove tofu from the pan. If any excess oil is left in the pan, remove it with a paper towel.

Step 6

Pour the sauce into the pan. On medium-high heat, heat the sauce for about 5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.

Step 7

Once the sauce is thicker, turn off the heat. Add the fried tofu and stir until all tofu cubes are coated with sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle sesame seeds, dried parsley and green onion to garnish (optional).