Korean-Style Pressure Cooker Tofu Stew with Okra
What Started it all:
Tofu, Okra, sugar, pressure cooker
A Delightful and Quick Weeknight Meal! This recipe is a perfect example of how a pressure cooker can save the day on a busy weeknight. With just a few simple ingredients, you'll have a flavorful and nutritious meal ready in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 block of firm tofu, drained and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup of okra, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 2 cups of water
- 1 teaspoon of Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 teaspoon of soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Press the sauté button on your pressure cooker and heat the pot until it reads 'HOT'.
- Add the sliced okra and cook until it starts to soften, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the tofu and cook for an additional minute, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, and water to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Close the lid of the pressure cooker and set the valve to 'SEALING'. Cook at high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
This Korean-Style Pressure Cooker Tofu Stew with Okra is a delicious and easy meal that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The pressure cooker does all the work, and the result is a flavorful and nutritious meal that's sure to please!