Dubu Jorim (Spicy Braised Tofu)
Inspired by techniques from America's Test Kitchen.
Golden pan-fried tofu slices simmered briefly in a chilli, soy and sesame glaze with spring onion.
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Method
- 1
Sauce. Whisk the water, syrup, honey, vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce and sesame oil, then stir in the garlic, chilli flakes, fresh chilli, jalapeño, onion and half the spring onion.
- 2
Dry. Press the tofu slices between kitchen paper to remove surface water.
- 3
Fry. Heat the oil in the pan over medium-high heat and fry the tofu 3-5 min each side until golden.
- 4
Glaze. Pour in the sauce and simmer about 2 min, spooning it over the tofu until glossy and slightly thickened.
- 5
Serve. Top with the remaining spring onion and serve with rice.
Storage
Keep covered in the fridge for up to 2 days. Cool leftovers in a shallow container and refrigerate within 2 hours (within 1 hour on a day above 32°C).
Why this label?
18.3 g protein for 264 kcal = 6.9 g per 100 kcal, so protein gives about 28% of the energy. High Protein needs at least 20% (5 g per 100 kcal), the condition in the Annex to EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. How we decide
Free sugars
12.1 g per serving
24.2 % of the 50 g daily maximum · 48.4 % of the ideal 25 g
Free sugars under 50 g a day, ideally about 25 g, based on WHO free-sugar guidance (not endorsed by WHO). The share shown is the share of one serving. WHO
Equipment
- small bowl
- whisk
- kitchen paper
- large non-stick frying pan
- fish slice
- spoon
Nutrition per serving (estimated values)
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 264 kcal |
| Protein | 18.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 17.2 g |
| of which sugars | 12.7 g |
| of which free sugars | 12.1 g |
| Fat | 15.9 g |
| of which saturates | 2 g |
| Fibre | 2.9 g |
| Salt | 1.55 g |
Protein per 100 kcal
6.9 g meets High Protein (≥ 5 g, 20% of energy)
Calculated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient values
