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Dubu-kimchi
Simmer tofu slices in salted water 3 minutes. Drain carefully. Keep warm.
Questions about this dish
Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips โ not a chatbot.
How long does Dubu-kimchi take?
25 min all in โ 10 min prep, 15 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 3 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Medium heat.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Soy, Fish, Sesame. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget โ about $8โ16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan, Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list salt as its own ingredient. Saltiness comes from Kimchi โ 250 g; Soy sauce โ 1 tsp. Taste at the end rather than adding a number we did not write.
How much kimchi?
250 g of Kimchi.
How much gochugaru?
1 tsp of Gochugaru.
How much soy sauce?
1 tsp of Soy sauce.
How much toasted sesame oil?
1 tsp of Toasted sesame oil.
What can I use instead?
Pork โ Tinned tuna. A pantry version. Add the tuna at the end.
Any tips from this recipe?
No pork is still dubu-kimchi. Add a splash of kimchi juice for body. A raw egg yolk on the kimchi is a late-night extra.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.