Quick Dubu Kimchi (Tofu with Kimchi and Pork)

Korean tofu slices and stir fried kimchi are presented together on a plate.

Quick Dubu Kimchi (Tofu with Kimchi and Pork)

Dubu Kimchi (Tofu Kimchi) is a quick Korean dish with boiled tofu, spicy stir-fried kimchi, and pork. Ready in 10 minutes, it’s a great way to use aged kimchi for a savory, tangy, and creamy meal. Enjoy it as a side, appetizer, or with rice!

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Korean

Diet Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Lactose

Keyword dubu kimchi, kimchi stir-fry, Korean tofu, low-carb, pork and kimchi, quick tofu, tofu and kimchi

Prep Time 3

Cook Time 7

Total Time 10

Servings people

Calories 216

Author Hyegyoung K. Ford

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) firm tofu
1 tbsp oil
1/2 lb pork shoulder very thinly sliced
1 1/4 cup (190 g) sour kimchi
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tbsp Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) optional
1 tsp sugar
1 tbsp minced garlic
1/2 cup (52 g) Asian leek or green onion chopped
1 fresh green chili optional
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Cut the tofu in half and place it in a pot of boiling water with salt. Simmer over low heat for 4-5 minutes. Remove the tofu from the water with a spatula and slice it into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
Tip: To ensure the tofu blocks are warm, keep them in simmering water and slice them when you are ready to plate.
In a separate skillet, heat oil over high heat and cook the pork until no longer pink. Add the kimchi to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
Add the Korean chili flakes, garlic, soy sauce, and sugar to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for another minute.
Add the leek and green chili (if using) to the skillet and heat through. Finally, drizzle sesame oil and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds. Toss everything together.
To plate, arrange the warm tofu slices on a serving platter as desired. You can place the tofu in a circle pattern with the stir-fried kimchi and pork in the center or arrange the tofu on one side and the kimchi stir-fry on the other. In either case, the vibrant color contrast will make a stunning presentation. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and serve warm.

Notes

To adapt the recipe for a vegetarian diet, remove the pork and substitute it with mushrooms or a plant-based meat substitute.

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