Crispy Korean tofu
Crispy Korean tofu is a vegan main course where firm tofu is coated in a seasoned cornflour and plain flour batter, then fried until golden. The Thermomix TM7 mixes almond milk with gochujang, garlic and spices into a smooth marinade in seconds. Sweet, spicy and savoury flavours with an irresistibly crunchy exterior make this a standout weeknight dinner.
About this recipe
Crispy Korean tofu Thermomix TM7 recipes bring the bold flavours of Korean street food straight into your kitchen with minimal effort. This vegan main course transforms firm tofu into golden, crackling cubes by dipping them in an almond milk and gochujang marinade, then coating them in seasoned cornflour and plain flour before frying. Searching for a quick weeknight dinner made in an all-in-one kitchen machine? This is it: the TM7 grinds the sea salt and garlic to a fine powder in seconds, blends the spicy marinade until silky, and stirs the batter evenly so every tofu cube gets the same crackling crust. Gochujang delivers a sweet, smoky heat that balances beautifully with the mild tofu, while the double-flour coating guarantees that irresistible crunch. Ideal for Meatless Mondays, student dinners or an impressive Asian-inspired spread, this recipe proves plant-based cooking can be exciting, fast and full of character.
Preparation tips
- Press the firm tofu between kitchen paper under a light weight before coating; drier tofu absorbs the gochujang marinade better and gives a noticeably crackling crust in the pan.
- Grind the sea salt and garlic cloves first in the TM7 mixing bowl, then add almond milk and gochujang; this order prevents lumps and gives the marinade a silky, even consistency.
- Serve the crispy tofu immediately with steamed rice and spring onion, as the cornflour crust softens over time; leftover marinade works brilliantly brushed on during the last minute of frying.
Recipe variations
- Gluten-free version: replace the plain flour with rice flour and keep the cornflour; the coating stays wonderfully crisp and the gochujang glaze remains completely gluten-free.
- Kid-friendly variation: swap the gochujang for tomato paste with a touch of honey and mild paprika; children love the crunchy tofu cubes while adults can add chilli flakes at the table.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Grinding precision - The TM7 grinds sea salt and garlic cloves into a fine aromatic powder for the gochujang marinade in seconds. [Grinding]. [Precision Control]
- Silky blending - The Thermomix blends almond milk with gochujang into a smooth, lump-free marinade that clings to every tofu cube. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Weighing accuracy - Weigh cornflour and plain flour directly in the TM7 bowl for a coating with perfectly balanced crispness. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Fine chopping - The Thermomix chops fresh garlic cloves finely so their heat distributes evenly through the Korean marinade. [Chopping]. [Multi-Function]
- Gentle heating - The TM7 warms the gochujang glaze gently without scorching, ready to brush over the crispy tofu. [Heating]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- almond milk
- cornflour
- plain flour
- garlic powder
- sea salt
- ground black pepper
- garlic cloves
- fresh ginger
- light brown sugar
- rice wine vinegar