Korean Burritos with Tofu
Looking for a bold, flavor-packed meal that’s surprisingly simple to pull together? These Korean-inspired burritos are filled with crispy tofu, crunchy pickles, a zesty cilantro-lime slaw, and my sweet-and-spicy gochujang sauce-bringing all the flavor with minimal effort.
This is one of those recipes that feels impressive but is secretly perfect for busy weeknights. With a little weekend prep, make dinner in 3 easy steps: warm, assemble, and devour.
Why You’ll Love These Korean Burritos
- Meal Prep Friendly – Make the sauce, pickles, and tofu in advance for easy assembly.
- Bold, Balanced Flavors – Spicy, tangy, sweet, and savory in every bite.
- Customizable – Swap in your favorite protein or add extra veggies.
🥢 What You’ll Need
This burrito is made with a handful of simple, plant-based ingredients – some of which you can prep ahead and keep on hand for quick meals all week long.
🔗 Recipe Components
- Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Sauce
Made with gochujang, brown sugar or maple syrup, ginger, and sesame oil – this bold Korean-inspired sauce is the flavor hero of this recipe. It keeps in the fridge for weeks! - Korean Pickled Cucumbers
Crunchy, sweet, salty, a little spicy, and super easy to make. They’re ready in about 30 minutes but even better after a day or two in the fridge. - Crispy Ground Tofu
A great plant-based protein option! The texture is hearty and satisfying – kind of like a crispy ground meat alternative, perfect for wraps or bowls. - Cilantro-Lime Cabbage Slaw (see recipe below)
A quick, zesty slaw that adds freshness and crunch to almost anything. - Flour Tortillas (or gluten-free wraps)
- Optional Add-Ins: Avocado slices, extra gochujang sauce or a sprinkle of sesame seeds or green onions.
Quick Cilantro Lime Cabbage Slaw
Ingredients
- 2 cups red and/or green cabbage thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Toss everything together in a bowl until evenly coated. Let sit while you prep the rest of your ingredients.
🌯 How to Assemble Your Korean Burritos
Once all your components are ready, assembly takes just a few minutes!
To Assemble Your Korean Burritos
- Warm up your tortillas.
- Mix the crispy tofu with the gochujang sauce and scoop a layer onto your tortilla.
- Top with cabbage slaw.
- Add a spoonful of Korean pickles and a drizzle of gochujang sauce.
- Roll it all up burrito-style, slice in half, and enjoy!
💡 Meal Prep Tip: Prep the components on the weekend and store them separately in the fridge. When you’re ready to eat, just reheat the tofu and wrap everything up!
🔄 Make It Your Own
- Protein Swaps: Try sautéed mushrooms, jackfruit, or tempeh instead of tofu.
- Extra Crunch: Add shredded carrots or cucumber ribbons.
- More Heat: Drizzle with extra gochujang or add chili crisp.
- No Wrap? Turn it into a burrito bowl, taco, or stuff it into lettuce cups.
🥢 More Plant-Based Korean-Inspired Recipes to Try
💬 Let’s Chat!
I’d love to know if you try this one! Leave a comment below or tag me on social @tineandtumbler so I can see your burrito creations. Whether you’re meal-prepping or just craving a satisfying dinner packed with flavor, this Korean-inspired wrap is here for it. 💚
🛒 Shop This Post
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details.