Korean-inspired Fried Tofu with Gochujang

Name: Korean-inspired Fried Tofu with Gochujang
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 lb firm tofu (drained, frozen, then thawed); 90 g [¾ cup] all-purpose flour; 90 g [¾ cup] rice flour; 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste); a few shakes of black pepper; 1 cup water; oil for brushing and cooking; 3 garlic cloves (finely minced); 8 dried chiles (seeds removed); 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 teaspoons vinegar (distilled or rice); ¼ cup water; 1 tablespoon gochujang; ¼ cup toasted cashews; Toasted sesame seeds (for sprinkling)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:35min

This recipe is inspired by the delicious Korean fried chicken, substituted with tofu. The sauce is spicy and finger-licking good. It tastes great as-is or with a bowl of warm rice, but don't skip the chicken mu.

Updated at: Sat, 20 Dec 2025 22:01:49 GMT