Spicy and Refreshing Bean Sprout and Tofu Hot Pot
Spicy and Refreshing Bean Sprout and Tofu Hot Pot
Quick and Easy Bean Sprout and Tofu Hot Pot with Pantry Staples!
Make a delicious hot pot using ingredients you always have in your fridge: bean sprouts and tofu! The broth simmers down to a savory sauce, perfect for mixing with rice. You won’t need any other side dishes with this hearty and satisfying meal. The spicy yet refreshing broth is simply exquisite!
Main Ingredients- Bean sprouts 350g (washed and drained)
- Tofu 300g (cut into thick slices, about 1.5-2cm thick)
- Onion 1/2 (sliced thickly)
- Green onion 1/2 (sliced diagonally)
- Cheongyang chili pepper 1 (sliced diagonally, adjust to spice preference)
Spicy Seasoning Sauce- Soy sauce 7 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 5 Tbsp
- Oyster sauce 1 tsp
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Corn syrup 2 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 3 Tbsp
- Black pepper 1 tsp
- Water 2 cups (400ml)
- Soy sauce 7 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 5 Tbsp
- Oyster sauce 1 tsp
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Corn syrup 2 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 3 Tbsp
- Black pepper 1 tsp
- Water 2 cups (400ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the bean sprouts under running water and drain them well in a colander. It’s important to maintain their crisp texture without any fishy smell.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine all the seasoning sauce ingredients: soy sauce (7 Tbsp), gochugaru (5 Tbsp), oyster sauce (1 tsp), sugar (2 Tbsp), corn syrup (2 Tbsp), minced garlic (3 Tbsp), and black pepper (1 tsp).
Step 3
Pour the 2 cups (400ml) of water into the seasoning mixture prepared in step 2. Stir well with a spoon until all the seasonings are dissolved. Make sure the sauce is smooth and lump-free.
Step 4
Now, prepare the pot for the hot pot. In a wide, moderately deep pot, spread the prepared bean sprouts evenly on the bottom. Then, arrange the thickly sliced tofu on top of the bean sprouts, ensuring they are not overlapping.
Step 5
Evenly ladle the seasoning sauce, made in step 2, over the tofu. Pouring it so it coats the tofu and bean sprouts helps the flavors penetrate beautifully – this is the secret to a delicious taste.
Step 6
Finally, arrange the thickly sliced onion (1/2) attractively over the bean sprouts and tofu. The sweetness of the onion will further enrich the broth’s flavor.
Step 7
Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil over high heat for 5 minutes. Then, reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes. This is the time for the bean sprouts to cook and release their refreshing broth, while the tofu absorbs the seasoned flavor.
Step 8
Once the broth has reduced and the tofu and bean sprouts are cooked, add the diagonally sliced green onions and Cheongyang chili peppers. Simmer for another 5 minutes. The aromatic addition of green onions and chili will make it even more delicious.
Step 9
Voilà! Your delicious Bean Sprout and Tofu Hot Pot is ready. Serve it with a bowl of warm rice for a fantastic meal. Enjoy your cooking!
