Spicy Braised Tofu (Dubu Jorim)

Ingredients

• 1 package tofu15 to 16 ounce s
• 1 scallion
• 1/4 medium onion
• 2 to 3 mushroom caps - optional
• 1 small green or red chili pepper - optional
• 2 tablespoon sgochugaruKorean red chili pepper flakes (use less for a milder dish)
• 1 teaspoon gochujangKorean red chili pepper paste
• 2 tablespoon ssoy sauce
• 2 teaspoon sliquid from salted shrimpor use 1 more tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup or Korean oligodangor 1/2 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic
• 1 cup water oranchovy brothor dash ima broth - see note
• 2 tablespoon sperilla oilor sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon ground perilla seeds or sesame seedsuse more to taste

Instructions

1. Cut the tofu into 1/2 inch thick slices. You can further cut the slices in half crosswise if you like smaller slices. Slice the onion, scallion, and the optional mushrooms and chili pepper.
2. Combine all of the braising liquid except the perilla oil (or sesame oil).
3. Spread the onion slices at the bottom of a small pot. Arrange the tofu on top, and then pour the braising liquid over. Bring it to a boil, and then reduce the heat to medium. Cook for about 5 minutes.
4. Add the remaining vegetables, and drizzle the perilla oil (or sesame oil) over. Continue to boil for 5 more minutes. Sprinkle with the perilla or sesame seeds.