[Korean Recipe] Soft Tofu Soup (순두부 수프)

🍲 Heavenly Comfort in a Bowl: My Easy Soft Tofu Soup [Vegan]

Hey there, home cooks! If you love warm, comforting food that feels like a hug in a bowl, you have to try my personal favorite: Soft Tofu Soup (순두부 수프)!

This is my simple, quick version of a Korean comfort classic, focusing entirely on the creamy, soft texture of the tofu itself. It gives you a smooth, gentle taste that is perfect for any time of day. It’s light yet satisfying, and you'll be amazed at how much flavor you get from so few steps. Forget complicated recipes—this is pure, easy comfort you can make right now!

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What You'll Need: Simple Ingredients (For 1 serving)

You only need one main ingredient for the soup base, making this recipe super quick.

1 Package of Soft Tofu (Sundubu): Any type of soft tofu works here! Whether it's the long tube or a block, just make sure it's the extra-soft, silken variety.

The Perfect Sauce

Combine the following in a small bowl:

3 teaspoons of Soy Sauce
3 teaspoons of Finely Chopped Green Onions (Scallions)
1 teaspoon of Sesame Seeds
1 teaspoon of Sesame Oil

How to Cook Your Quick Soft Tofu Soup

We are going to make this quick soup in a small pot. A Korean earthenware pot (ttukbaegi) is great, but any small pot will work just fine!

Heat the Pot: Place your small pot over medium heat.
Add the Tofu: Use scissors to snip the corner or end of the soft tofu package. Squeeze the entire package of tofu right into the pot.
Heat and Stir: Gently mix the tofu with a spoon until it starts to bubble and boil around the edges. This doesn't take long!
Turn Off the Heat: As soon as the tofu is boiling, immediately turn off the heat. The pot will stay hot.
Serve Carefully: The pot is very hot! Carefully scoop a small amount of the hot tofu soup into individual serving bowls.
Add Sauce and Enjoy: Drizzle the prepared savory sauce right on top of the tofu in your serving bowl. Mix it slightly and enjoy this wonderful, warm meal with a spoon!