Gochujang Tofu Skin with Broccolini, Sesame Carrots, and Garlic Rice
a one pan meal
When I heard Trader Joe's started selling tofu skin, I ran to the nearest store to try to get my hands on it. Unfortunately, everyone else had the same idea, and it had been sold out for months. Finally, a few weeks ago, I got my hands on it!
I could not be more thrilled. What I love about the Trader Joe's tofu skin is that it's packaged and ready to be cooked. All that's left to do is thaw it, remove it from the plastic bag, drain any remaining liquid, pat it dry, and then cook it. The chewy and slightly spongy texture perfectly absorbs any sauce we coat it in.
Today, we're making a gochujang-based sauce, heavily inspired by all the gochujang tofu recipes out there. When cooked at high heat, what develops on the edges is a gorgeous, dark red crust that's satisfying to bite into. We're pairing it with tender and mildly sweet broccolini that will convert anyone into a vegetable lover. For a pop of color and texture, we're quickly frying carrots in salt and sesame oil, making them effortlessly delicious. Finally, we're elevating white rice with loads of garlic for maximum flavor. Best of all? We will be cooking all of this in one pan.
Let’s dive into the recipe!
Protein breakdown (approximately 30g protein per serving):