Simple Mapo Tofu Recipe

Name: Simple Mapo Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 blocks Firm tofu; 200 grams Minced pork; 2 clove Garlic; 2 small pieces Fresh ginger; 1 stalk Scallion; 2 tbsp Miso; 1 tsp Sugar; 3 tsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Mirin; 2 tsp Oyster sauce; 450 ml Hot water; 2 tbsp Sesame oil; 2 tsp Doubanjiang; 1 and 1/2 tablespoon Katakuriko; 3 tbsp Water

Servings: persons

3 blocks Firm tofu
200 grams Minced pork
2 clove Garlic
2 small pieces Fresh ginger
1 stalk Scallion
2 tbsp Miso
1 tsp Sugar
3 tsp Soy sauce
2 tbsp Mirin
2 tsp Oyster sauce
450 ml Hot water
2 tbsp Sesame oil
2 tsp Doubanjiang
1 and 1/2 tablespoon Katakuriko
3 tbsp Water

1
Drain the tofu (I use a plastic bottle as weights).
2
Mince the garlic, ginger and scallion.
3
These are the seasoning ingredients.
4
Dissolve all the ingredient in hot water.
5
Heat sesame oil in a frying pan over low heat.
6
Add the garlic, ginger and scallion and saute until aromatic.
7
When the vegetables have wilted, increase the heat, then add the pork to the pan, stirring well until browned and crumbly.
8
When the pork is cooked through, stir in the doubanjiang.
9
Add the seasoning into the pork to mix and combine.
10
Put the drained whole tofu into the pan!!
11
Break up the tofu into bite sizes, stirring now and then, and bring to the boil.
12
Once boiled, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 5 minutes.
13
Stir in the katakuriko slurry, and let it come to a boil.
14
This is how it should look.
15
Serve.

220

kcal

Calories

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

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: 3 blocks Firm tofu, 200 grams Minced pork, 2 clove Garlic, 2 small pieces Fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Simple 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Mapo Tofu

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Variations & substitutions

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