Mabo Tofu Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Mabo Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 g tofu (one block); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons ginger, minced; 1/2 lb ground beef (or no meat); 3 stalks green onions; 1 tablespoon miso; 1/2 cup stock; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with a little water; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon chili oil

Servings: persons

300 g tofu (one block)
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons ginger, minced
1/2 lb ground beef (or no meat)
3 stalks green onions
1 tablespoon miso
1/2 cup stock
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with a little water
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon chili oil

1
Bring pot of water to a boil to blanche the tofu.
2
Bring another pot of water to boil to cook some rice.
3
Heat a large skillet in medium high.
4
Put the sesame oil in the skillet (about two swirls) and use it to brown the beef, garlic, ginger, and green onion.
5
Start cooking the rice in one of the pots.
6
After the tofu has been blanched drain it and put it in the skillet with the vingegar. Mix ingredients and let it simmer for 3 minute
7
Next add the stock, miso, chili oil to taste and starch.
8
Add enough soy sauce to make the liquid a carmel color.
9
By now the liquid should be thickened and the rice should be done cooking.
10
Fill a bowl with rice and then scoop the tofu and sauce on top.

357

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 g tofu (one block), 3 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tablespoons ginger, minced, 1/2 lb ground beef (or no meat), and more.

Yes, Mabo Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mabo Tofu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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