Name: Spicy Kimchi Tofu Stew
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1 16-ounce package silken tofu, cut into 1" pieces; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 4 cups gently squeezed cabbage kimchi, chopped, plus 1 cup liquid; 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste); 8 scallions, cut into 1" pieces; 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; Freshly ground black pepper; 6 large egg yolks; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

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Spicy Kimchi Tofu StewGentl & Hyers

This fiery Korean stew is my weekend detox. It's spicy, clean, and capable of reversing any damage the previous night may have caused.

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