Chewy and Delicious Tofu Jangjorim Recipe
Chewy and Delicious Tofu Jangjorim Recipe
Simple and Flavorful Tofu Jangjorim
Make this chewy and satisfying Tofu Jangjorim at home with ease. It’s the perfect side dish for any meal!
Main Ingredients- 1 block Firm Tofu (firm frying tofu recommended)
- 2 Shiitake Mushrooms
- 2 Scallions
Savory Sauce- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (approx. 60ml)
- 2 Tbsp Oligosaccharide (adjust sweetness to taste)
- 0.3 Tbsp Minced Garlic (adjust to preference)
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 3 Tbsp Perilla Oil (for a rich aroma!)
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (approx. 60ml)
- 2 Tbsp Oligosaccharide (adjust sweetness to taste)
- 0.3 Tbsp Minced Garlic (adjust to preference)
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 3 Tbsp Perilla Oil (for a rich aroma!)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Hello everyone! Today, we’re making chewy and delicious Tofu Jangjorim. Here are the ingredients you’ll need: 1 block of tofu, 2 shiitake mushrooms, and 2 scallions for the main ingredients. For the savory sauce, we have 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oligosaccharide, 0.3 tablespoons minced garlic, a pinch of black pepper, and 3 tablespoons perilla oil.
Step 2
First, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes. Then, place the cubed tofu on paper towels and gently press to remove excess moisture. This step is crucial to prevent the tofu from breaking apart during the simmering process and to maintain its shape. Slice the shiitake mushrooms to a similar size as the tofu.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the flavorful sauce. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oligosaccharide, minced garlic, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed. Preparing the sauce in advance will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 4
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add 3 tablespoons of perilla oil. Once the oil is hot, add the cubed tofu. Pan-fry the tofu until all sides are golden brown and slightly crispy. Frying the tofu until golden brown will firm it up, preventing it from crumbling when it simmers and giving it a wonderfully chewy texture. Be patient and let it brown slowly.
Step 5
Keeping the golden-brown tofu in the pan, pour in the prepared sauce and 1 cup of water. It’s best to cook this over medium heat rather than high heat. Once the sauce begins to simmer, add the sliced shiitake mushrooms. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the mushrooms and sauce to infuse the tofu. The mushrooms will release their unique flavor, adding depth to the dish.
Step 6
Continue to simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated and the sauce has thickened, coating the tofu and mushrooms nicely. Be mindful of the heat to prevent burning. Finally, garnish with finely chopped scallions. The fresh aroma of the scallions cuts through the richness and adds a beautiful splash of color.
Step 7
There you have it! Our delicious Tofu Jangjorim has simmered perfectly. See how glossy it looks? It’s truly appetizing!
Step 8
And there you have it – a completed Tofu Jangjorim that’s both chewy and incredibly tasty! Serve it over warm rice for a satisfying and comforting meal.
