Tofu with Pork Belly and Kimchee Recipe

Name: Tofu with Pork Belly and Kimchee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package firm tofu; Salt; 150 grams pork belly, thinly sliced (slice thicker if preferred); 12 ounces fermented kimchee, chopped; 1 cup sliced onion; 1 jalapeno, sliced; 1 green onion, cut into 2- to 2 1/2-inch pieces; 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon oyster sauce; 2 tablespoons Korean chile flakes; 2 teaspoons corn syrup; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 package firm tofu
Salt
150 grams pork belly, thinly sliced (slice thicker if preferred)
12 ounces fermented kimchee, chopped
1 cup sliced onion
1 jalapeno, sliced
1 green onion, cut into 2- to 2 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon oyster sauce
2 tablespoons Korean chile flakes
2 teaspoons corn syrup
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds

1
Cut the tofu into rectangles and sprinkle with a little salt.
2
Steam, saute or even microwave the tofu, just to heat it up.
3
Heat a saute pan over high heat for 30 seconds.
4
Add the sliced pork belly and cook for about 5 minutes, until cooked through.
5
Add the kimchee, onion, jalapeno, green onion, garlic, sugar, oyster sauce, chile flakes, corn syrup and soy sauce.
6
Saute for 3 minutes.
7
Plate the tofu like dominoes and top with the kimchee-pork belly mixture.
8
Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with sesame seeds.

141

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package firm tofu, Salt, 150 grams pork belly, thinly sliced (slice thicker if preferred), 12 ounces fermented kimchee, chopped, and more.

Yes, Tofu with Pork Belly and Kimchee falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tofu with Pork Belly and Kimchee

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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