Zesty Korean Gochujang Tofu Tacos with Kimchi Slaw

Name: Zesty Korean Gochujang Tofu Tacos with Kimchi Slaw
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 400g firm tofu; 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 cup napa cabbage; 1/2 cup kimchi; 1 carrot; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp lime juice; Salt; 8 small corn tortillas; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/2 cup radishes; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Spicy Korean fusion tacos bursting with umami flavor.

These Korean-inspired tacos feature spicy gochujang tofu and refreshing kimchi slaw, wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Perfect for a flavor-packed meal!

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Tofu Marinade

400g firm tofu

pressed and cubed

3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp sesame oil

2 cloves garlic

minced

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp maple syrup

For the Kimchi Slaw

1 cup napa cabbage

thinly sliced

1/2 cup kimchi

chopped

1 carrot

grated

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp lime juice

Salt

to taste

For the Tacos

8 small corn tortillas

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1/2 cup radishes

thinly sliced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro

chopped

Preparation

Marinating the Tofu

Mix Marinade

In a bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, rice vinegar, and maple syrup.

Coat Tofu

Add the cubed tofu to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the tofu absorb the flavors.

Preparing the Kimchi Slaw

Combine Vegetables

In a large mixing bowl, combine the napa cabbage, kimchi, and grated carrot.

Dress Slaw

Drizzle with sesame oil and lime juice.

Season and Rest

Toss well and season with salt to taste. Let the slaw sit for 15 minutes to develop flavors.

Cooking Process

Sauté the Tofu

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated tofu and cook until crisp and golden.

Use a cast-iron skillet for even tofu browning.

Warm the Tortillas

Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame for a few seconds on each side.

Assemble the Tacos

Place tofu and kimchi slaw on each tortilla. Top with sliced radishes and chopped cilantro.

Plating & Serving