Press the tofu: Wrap the tofu in paper towels and place a heavy object on top for at least 30 minutes to remove excess water. This will help the tofu get crispy.
Prepare the tofu: Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, toss the tofu with soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and garlic powder. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Cook the tofu: You can either pan-fry or bake the tofu. For pan-frying, heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the tofu on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
Make the gochujang sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup (or honey), rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Combine tofu and sauce: If pan-frying, remove the cooked tofu from the skillet. Add the gochujang sauce to the skillet and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened. Return the tofu to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. If baking, toss the baked tofu with the gochujang sauce in a bowl.
Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice among bowls. Add spinach or mixed greens, shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, and kimchi (if using). Top with the gochujang tofu.
Garnish and serve: Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds. Add a drizzle of sriracha or sprinkle of chili flakes for extra spice, if desired. Serve immediately.
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Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your spice preference.
For a vegan version, use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey.
Make sure to press the tofu well to achieve a crispy texture.
You can add other vegetables to the bowl, such as bean sprouts, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
The gochujang sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Main Course, Lunch, Dinner (Korean-inspired)
• Approximately 550-650 calories
• 20 minutes (Easy)
• 40 minutes
• 10-15
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