Golden Ratio! The Perfect Partner for Pan-Fried Tofu: A Versatile Sauce Recipe
The Ultimate Sauce for Pan-Fried Tofu! Also Fantastic for Bean Sprout Rice and Banquet Noodles
Introducing a special sauce recipe that will elevate your crispy outside, tender inside pan-fried tofu to new heights. This sauce isn’t just a perfect accompaniment to fried tofu; it’s a multi-talented condiment that works wonders for bean sprout rice and hearty banquet noodles. You can easily make it at home for an even more special culinary experience.
Versatile Sauce Ingredients
- Green onion or white part of leek, 1/2 stalk
- Chili peppers (e.g., Serrano or red chili), 4
- Perilla oil (deulgireum), 2 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic, 1 Tbsp
- Soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang), 5 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the scallions, which are key to this sauce. The white part of green onions or leeks works well. Finely mince them using a knife. Aim for a size as small as a pinky fingernail or a pea; this ensures you get a satisfying crunchy texture and full flavor with every bite. Finely mincing also helps the flavors distribute evenly.
Step 2
Next, prepare the chili peppers. If you like it spicy, use Serrano peppers, or combine with red chili peppers for a beautiful color. Mince the chili peppers just like you did the scallions. You can remove the seeds according to your preference.
Step 3
Now, in a bowl for mixing the sauce, add the minced scallions and minced chili peppers. Generously add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru, which forms the base of the flavor. It’s good to gently loosen any clumps so it disperses evenly.
Step 4
Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic to give the sauce a deep flavor. If possible, use freshly minced garlic for a more vibrant aroma.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of perilla oil (deulgireum) for its nutty richness. The unique savory aroma of perilla oil will further enhance the sauce’s taste. If you don’t have perilla oil, sesame oil is a great substitute and will yield delicious results with the same amount.
Step 6
Finally, add 5 tablespoons of soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang) to season the sauce. Soup soy sauce has a richer umami flavor than regular soy sauce, making your dishes more deeply flavored. It will meld with the other ingredients to create a delicious sauce.
Step 7
All the ingredients are now ready! Use a spoon or a small whisk to mix everything thoroughly until well combined. All the ingredients will blend together to create a delicious sauce. Tip: It’s normal for the sauce to feel slightly thick when you add the soy sauce and mix. When finished, the ingredients should not sink to the bottom of the soy sauce; they should remain evenly distributed. Enjoy your pan-fried tofu even more with this versatile sauce!
