Meaty But Still Healthy Mapo Doufu Recipe

Name: Meaty But Still Healthy Mapo Doufu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 grams Silken tofu; 200 grams Pork fillet; 1/3 of a stalk Japanese leek; 2 Dried shiitake mushrooms; 1 large clove Garlic; 1 piece Ginger; 1 tbsp Doubanjiang; 400 ml Water; 2 tsp Weipa or chicken stock granules; 2 tbsp Oyster sauce; 2 tsp Soy sauce; 1 tsp Sugar; 2 tbsp dissolved in 4 tablespoons of water Katakuriko; 1 tsp Sesame oil; 1 Green onions or scallions

Servings: persons

500 grams Silken tofu
200 grams Pork fillet
1/3 of a stalk Japanese leek
2 Dried shiitake mushrooms
1 large clove Garlic
1 piece Ginger
1 tbsp Doubanjiang
400 ml Water
2 tsp Weipa or chicken stock granules
2 tbsp Oyster sauce
2 tsp Soy sauce
1 tsp Sugar
2 tbsp dissolved in 4 tablespoons of water Katakuriko
1 tsp Sesame oil
1 Green onions or scallions

1
Rehydrate the dried shiitake mushrooms with water beforehand.
2
Wrap the tofu in paper towels and microwave for 4 minutes at 600 W to drain out the excess water.
3
Grind the pork filet in a food processor.
4
Finely chop the ingredients marked with .
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Combine the ingredients marked with .
6
Stir-fry the chopped up pork in a large frying pan in a little oil until the meat is crumbly.
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Add the chopped up vegetables marked with and stir-fry briefly, then add the doubanjiang and stir-fry a bit more.
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Add the combined sauce ingredients marked with , add the cut tofu and bring to a boil.
9
Once the tofu has cooked through, swirl in the katakuriko slurry, agitate the pan and mix briskly.
10
Avoid crushing the tofu!
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Turn the heat back on to low and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the katakuriko is cooked through.
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Finish off with a swirl of sesame oil to make the dish more fragrant, and it's done.
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You may end up with leftover katakuriko slurry.
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Add it slowly while watching the sauce, and stop when it has thickened to your preference.
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Weipa is a versatile and convenient condiment!
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It's this can with the picture of the odd-looking guy!!
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You can get it in the Chinese ingredient section of your supermarket

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 grams Silken tofu, 200 grams Pork fillet, 1/3 of a stalk Japanese leek, 2 Dried shiitake mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Meaty But Still Healthy Mapo Doufu falls under the Seafood 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!

Meaty But Still Healthy Mapo Doufu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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