A Simple Dubu Kimchi Recipe (Stir-fried Kimchi and Tofu)
A delicious and simple dish to enjoy with just kimchi and tofu! Can be enjoyed as a side dish, snack, or appetizer. Try the dubu kimchi recipe
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What is Dubu Kimchi?
Dubu kimchi (두부김치) is a Korean dish that consists of very fermented kimchi sauteed with pork. It is paired with steamed, boiled, or pan-fried firm tofu.
It’s a great combination of intense flavor from the kimchi coated in the savory taste of the pork. The slight hint of sweetness and spiciness truly elevates the flavor. Tofu gives a subtle flavor contrast with its soft texture. It’s basically a flavor and texture celebration in a mouthful!
Dubu kimchi (두부김치) is typically enjoyed with Korean soju or makkoli. I personally like makkoli but you can omit this if you’d like.
Can You Save It for Later?
It’s best to enjoy the dish immediately after it’s been served. Although you can save any leftovers in the refrigerator and just microwave it.
Alternative to Pork
You can replace pork with shitake mushrooms. While pork is traditional, it can be altered to one’s preference.
Try the dubu kimchi recipe
Dubu Kimchi Recipe (Stir-fried kimchi and tofu)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Kimchi, chopped
- 1 tbsp Butter Can use cooking oil
- 3-4 strips Bacon, pork belly, or spam. Can use mushrooms
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 Pack of firm tofu
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp Sesame seed oil
Instructions
- In a pot, boil water and add tofu1 Pack of firm tofu
- Boil for 5 minutes
- Strain from the water and cut tofu into 1 inch squares
- In a pan, melt butter1 tbsp Butter
- Add kimchi and saute until slightly soft1 1/2 cup Kimchi, chopped
- Add pork or mushrooms and saute3-4 strips Bacon, pork belly, or spam.
- Add sugar and green onions and mix1 tsp Sugar, 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- When the kimchi is soft and pork is cooked, turn off the stove
- Add sesame seed oil and mix1 tsp Sesame seed oil
