Easy Gochujang Tofu (30 Minutes)

Name: Easy Gochujang Tofu (30 Minutes)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 14 oz extra firm tofu; 1 green onion (finely chopped); 2 tablespoon vegetable oil (or any neutral oil); 1 tablespoon gochujang (mild); 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted kind); 1 tablespoon regular soy sauce (or light soy sauce); 1 teaspoon sesame oil (toasted kind); ½ tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar; ½ teaspoon gochugaru; ½ cup water (cold)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:20min

Golden pan-fried tofu is coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce. This easy gochujang tofu recipe is ready in just 30 minutes. The tofu stays firm and tender inside while the thick, savory-sweet sauce clings to every piece.

Updated at: Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:09:07 GMT