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Dubu Kimchi (Stir-fried Pork Belly Kimchi and Tofu)

Dubu kimchi, which directly translates to tofu kimchi, is a popular anju, or drinking food, in Korea. It's key to use an extra funky kimchi for the dish. Cooking kimchi like this will help create a sweeter, milder flavor of kimchi, which is also great for the first time taster. Paired with fatty pork belly, tofu, and a few pantry staples, you can have this dish whipped up in 20 minutes or less!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Banchan, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Korean
Keyword: anju, banchan, dubu kimchi, firm tofu, kimchi, korean snack, pork, pork belly, snacks, tofu kimchi
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Kimchi chopped
  • 1/4 White or Yellow Onion sliced
  • 2-3 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 Scallions chopped
  • 6 oz. Pork Belly thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp. Sugar
  • 2 tsp. Sesame Oil
  • 2 tsp. Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp. Gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1 block Tofu medium to firm
  • Perilla Leaves chiffonade for garnish optional
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Combine kimchi, onions, garlic, scallions, pork belly, sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and gochujang into a bowl and mix well.
  • Gently steam or simmer a whole block of tofu for 5-7 minutes or until heated through. Drain on a paper towel.
  • Stir-fry kimchi pork mixture until the kimchi and pork begin to crisp and caramelize.
  • To assemble, (1) cut the tofu into slices and serve with the stir-fried kimchi on the side or (2) leave the block of tofu whole and top with stir-fried kimchi.
  • Garnish with the optional perilla leaves and sesame seeds.