Savory & Spicy Soy Braised Tofu Rice Bowl
Elevate Your ‘Sumine Banchan’ Style Soy Braised Tofu Rice Bowl: An Even Tastier Version of Chef Choi Hyun-seok’s Recipe!
Hello everyone, this is Remi from Remi Kitchen! After seeing the Soy Braised Tofu Rice Bowl featured on ‘Sumine Banchan’, originally by Chef Choi Hyun-seok, I’ve come up with a way to make it even more delicious and sophisticated. If you find this video fun and informative, don’t forget to subscribe and give it a thumbs up! You’re a true trendsetter if you turn on notifications! ❤️
Main Ingredients- 100g minced pork
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (15ml)
- A little scallion, finely chopped
- 1 pack silken tofu (approx. 300-400g)
- Slurry (1 Tbsp cornstarch + 2 Tbsp water, mixed)
- 1 serving warm rice
- A little chopped chives (for garnish)
Sauce Ingredients- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (30ml)
- 1 Tbsp oligodang (corn syrup/oligo syrup) (15ml)
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1.5-2 Tbsp Mala sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 cup water (100ml)
- 1/2 Tbsp oyster sauce (7.5ml)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (30ml)
- 1 Tbsp oligodang (corn syrup/oligo syrup) (15ml)
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1.5-2 Tbsp Mala sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 cup water (100ml)
- 1/2 Tbsp oyster sauce (7.5ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced pork and stir-fry until it becomes crumbly, rendering out the fat. Once the pork is cooked, add the minced garlic and finely chopped scallions, and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 2
Pour in 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp oligodang, and 2 Tbsp water into the pan. Stir-fry over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is absorbed by the pork, seasoning it well. This pre-seasoning step adds a deeper flavor.
Step 3
Now, let’s add that spicy kick! Add 1.5-2 Tbsp of Mala sauce and 1/2 cup (100ml) of water to the pan. Stir everything together and let it come to a boil, then reduce the heat slightly.
Step 4
Gently add the silken tofu, either cut into large pieces or scooped with a spoon, into the sauce. Carefully mix to coat the tofu evenly with the sauce and simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 5
Prepare the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. In a small bowl, mix 1 Tbsp cornstarch with 2 Tbsp water until smooth. Gradually pour the slurry into the simmering tofu mixture while stirring until you reach your desired thick consistency. Once thickened, turn off the heat.
Step 6
Finally, taste and adjust seasoning. If it’s not salty enough, add another 1/2 Tbsp of oyster sauce (7.5ml) for an extra boost of umami. Oyster sauce will further enhance the complexity of the dish.
Step 7
Serve the delicious Soy Braised Tofu over a generous portion of warm rice. Garnish with the chopped chives for a beautiful presentation and enhanced flavor. Enjoy your flavorful Soy Braised Tofu Rice Bowl!
