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Dubu jorim

From the video “Spicy braised tofu (Dubu-jorim: 두부조림)” by Maangchi. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Maangchi. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personEasyFine for a weeknight
Medium
Total time
~35 min
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Serves
~3
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Cost
~$1.55*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$18.45* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
12

Ingredients

  • Vegan

May contain gluten, soy, sesame

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$4.66*for the batch in the video
~$1.55*per serving

You save about ~$18.45* per serving (92% less*) than ordering it out — ~$55.34* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

5 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 4 predicted from typical costs · not priced: firm tofu, grape seed oil, hot pepper flakes, toasted sesame seeds

* Estimate, not a quote: 4 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate at ~$20, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving253 kcal · 13% of 2,000
Fat15 g19%
Saturated fat2.1 g11%
Sodium1,091 mg47%
Carbohydrate9 g3%
Fiber4 g14%
Total sugars2.6 gno daily value
Added sugars1.4 g3%
Protein27 g54%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexBalanced
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+20 of 20
  • Saturated fat−8 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−2 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 7 of 10 ingredient lines (90% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings (estimated: 454 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 2 agrees). Not counted because the video gives no amount: green onion, toasted sesame seeds. Not matched to nutrient data: grape seed oil, hot pepper flakes. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • paper towels
  • frying pan
  • spatula
  • mixing bowl
  • gas burner

What the video didn’t say

  • servings
  • totalMin
  • exact weights for green onion and toasted sesame seeds
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Maangchi’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Dubu jorim

What makes Maangchi's Dubu jorim recipe and technique special?

Maangchi's take on Dubu jorim focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Korean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Dubu jorim at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Dubu jorim recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Dubu jorim ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Dubu jorim can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Maangchi's Dubu jorim?

This recipe utilizes approximately 12 ingredients across 13 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Dubu jorim?

The official cooking video by Maangchi is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.