Quick & Easy Spicy Gochujang Tofu

Name: Quick & Easy Spicy Gochujang Tofu
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; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 1 tablespoon regular soy sauce (or light soy sauce); 1 teaspoon sesame oil; ½ tablespoon cornstarch (or potato starch / tapioca starch); 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar (or cane sugar / brown sugar / maple syrup / honey); ½ teaspoon gochugaru; ½ cup water (cold or room temp)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:20min

Pan-fried tofu cooked in a sweet, spicy gochujang sauce with a hint of sesame! This flavorful, easy Korean gochujang tofu recipe uses minimal ingredients and is ready in 30 minutes! A budget-friendly, vegan main or side that's better-than-takeout and great for busy weeknights.

Updated at: Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:10:29 GMT