Broccoli with Tofu (Dubu-muchim)

Steps

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1. 1
   Boil a pot of water and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
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2. 2
   Add approximately 8 ounces of medium or firm tofu to the boiling water, cover, and blanch for about 3 minutes.
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3. 3
   Prepare the broccoli by removing the main stem, separating florets, and cutting thick stems into bite-sized pieces. Use approximately 14 ounces total.
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4. 4
   Remove the blanched tofu and set aside. Add the broccoli to the same water and blanch for 3 to 4 minutes until soft but still maintaining a pleasant texture.
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5. 5
   Rinse the blanched broccoli with cold water.
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6. 6
   Gently squeeze out excess water from the tofu using your hands, but do not squeeze too hard.
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7. 7
   Place the broccoli and squeezed tofu in a mixing bowl.
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8. 8
   Mince 2 garlic cloves and chop 1 green onion, then add to the bowl.
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9. 9
   Add 2 teaspoons of salt and about 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
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10. 10
    Break up the tofu by hand into small crumbs, then mix everything together with the seasonings.
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11. 11
    Transfer to a serving bowl or plate and top with sesame seeds.
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