Spicy Korean Squid and Fried Tofu Stir Fry with Gochujang

20 min

Spicy Korean Squid and Fried Tofu Stir Fry with Gochujang

Here is a super tasty and spicy stir-fry sauce made up of a Korean chili paste condiment known as gochujang. Gochujang is a Korean fermented red chili paste, mixed with soybeans, glutinous rice powder and salt. It has a spicy and sweet flavor that goes great with stir-fries, soups, marinades and stews.

20 min4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb fried tofu cubes
  • 1 lb frozen precooked and scored squid (thaw out in lukewarm water)
  • 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (can substitute with honey or mirin)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons chicken stock or water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 3 stalks green onions (remove roots, cut into 1 inch pieces)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sauce: Mix together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat Oil and Sauté Garlic: Preheat wok with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 5 seconds).

  3. 3

    Stir-Fry Ingredients: Add fried tofu, squid and stir-fry sauce. Stirring continuously until the sauce is thickened and ingredients are covered in sauce.

  4. 4

    Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onions and serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.

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