Korean-Style Spicy Tofu Stew with Soft Silken Tofu and Mushrooms

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A warming stew featuring soft silken tofu, shiitake mushrooms, and a spicy broth enriched with gochugaru and fermented soybean paste for deep umami flavor. This Korean recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs soft silken tofu, dried shiitake mushrooms, vegetable broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 1 oz dried shiitake mushrooms in 1 cup warm water for 20 minutes until softened, then slice thinly and reserve soaking liquid.
  2. Step 2: In a medium pot, heat 1 tsp sesame oil over medium heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 tbsp gochugaru and 1 tbsp doenjang to the pot, stirring constantly for 1 minute to release aromas.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth plus 1/2 cup reserved mushroom soaking liquid, then add sliced shiitake mushrooms. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Step 5: Carefully cut 14 oz block of soft silken tofu into 1-inch cubes and gently add to the stew. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Step 7: Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with 2 chopped green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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