Mapo Tofu Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Mapo Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 grams Tofu; 100 grams Ground pork; 1/3 of a thin stalk Japanese leeks; 1/2 thumbtip-sized piece Ginger; 1 small clove Garlic; 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon, or (to taste) Doubanjiang; 100 ml Chicken stock; 2 tbsp Tianmianjiang; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 Katakuriko slurry; 1 to finish, (to taste) Black pepper; 1 for garnish The white part of a green onion, finely shredded (optional)

Servings: persons

200 grams Tofu
100 grams Ground pork
1/3 of a thin stalk Japanese leeks
1/2 thumbtip-sized piece Ginger
1 small clove Garlic
1 tbsp Sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon, or (to taste) Doubanjiang
100 ml Chicken stock
2 tbsp Tianmianjiang
1 tbsp Sake
1 Katakuriko slurry
1 to finish, (to taste) Black pepper
1 for garnish The white part of a green onion, finely shredded (optional)

1
Wrap the tofu in kitchen paper towels and put in a heatproof bowl, microwave for 2 to 3 minutes to drain off the excess water, and cut into 3 cm cubes.
2
Heat the sesame oil and stir fry the ingredients over medium heat.
3
When it starts to smell nice add the doubanjiang and stir fry.
4
Add the ground pork to Step 2, and stir fry until browned and crumbly.
5
Add the combined condiments to the pan in Step 3, and bring to a boil over high heat.
6
Add the drain tofu from Step 1, and simmer for about 5 minutes over medium heat.
7
Add katakuriko slurry to thicken the sauce, and season with black pepper.
8
Mound on a plate, and garnish with the shredded white part of the green onion to finish.

190

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200 grams Tofu, 100 grams Ground pork, 1/3 of a thin stalk Japanese leeks, 1/2 thumbtip-sized piece Ginger, and more.

Yes, Mapo 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.

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Mapo Tofu

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Variations & substitutions

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