This soft, braised tofu is a favorite in Korean homes and will win over even the most carnivorous eaters. It's traditionally flavored with soy sauce, gochugaru (hot pepper flakes), garlic, scallions, and sesame oil -- but this version from Mokbar's Esther Choi kicks things up with shiitake mushrooms and a surprising hit of paprika. GET THE RECIPE ►► http://f52.co/3aU4UsVFor more of Esther's cooking, follow her on Instagram @choibitesEsther Choi's Dubu JorimPREP TIME: 35 minutesCOOK TIME: 30 minutesSERVES: 2 to 4INGREDIENTS:1 14-ounce block extra-firm tofu4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided1/2 cup hot water6 dried shiitake mushrooms1 small onion, diced2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided2 scallions, white and light green sections, chopped1 red chili pepper, minced2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon ginger, grated2 tablespoons gochugaru1 teaspoon paprika1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon mirin1 tablespoon toasted sesame seedssteamed white rice, to serveSUBSCRIBE TO FOOD52https://f52.co/2HN7Dp8 CONNECT WITH FOOD52 Web: https://food52.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/food52 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Food52 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/food52 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Food52 Food52 newsletter: https://f52.co/newsletter ABOUT FOOD52 As a one-stop shop for joyful living, Food52 connects discerning home cooks with the interests they're passionate about via award-winning food and lifestyle content across platforms. We provide our audience with the recipes and solutions they crave to eat thoughtfully, live joyfully, entertain beautifully, and travel differently.