Soft Tofu Stew

Name: Soft Tofu Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 4 oz pork belly, sliced thin; 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tbsp Korean chili flakes; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups anchovy stock; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tube extra soft silken tofu; 2 stalks scallion, chopped

A fiery, comforting stew packed with extra soft tofu, pork belly, and scallions simmered in a savory chili broth.

30 minEasyServes 2420 cal/serving

KoreanSoupStovetopStandardHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeNut-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

4 oz pork belly, sliced thin
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 tbsp Korean chili flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups anchovy stock
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tube extra soft silken tofu
2 stalks scallion, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil in a pot over medium heat, then add 4 oz sliced thin pork belly and stir-fry until fully cooked to 160°F.
2

Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 2 tbsp Korean chili flakes, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
3

Pour in 2 cups anchovy stock and 1 tbsp soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a boil.
4

Add 1 tube extra soft silken tofu in large spoonfuls, gently simmer for 5 minutes, and garnish with 2 stalks chopped scallion before serving.

Questions

Can I make Soft Tofu Stew gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Soft Tofu Stew keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Soft Tofu Stew?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

Serve it with

Gaji Muchim side
Dubu Salad (Tofu Salad with Sesame Dressing) salad
Bhindi Masala side

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