Simple Mapo Tofu Recipe

Name: Simple Mapo Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 block Firm tofu; 120 grams Minced pork; 1 half White part of Japanese leek; 1 half Carrot (optional); 1 clove Garlic; 1 Katakuriko slurry; 1 1/2 tbsp Tianmianjiang; 1 tsp Chinese chicken soup stock (powder); 1 tsp Soy sauce; 1 tsp Sake; 100 ml Water; 1 tsp Doubanjiang (optional)

Servings: persons

1 block Firm tofu
120 grams Minced pork
1 half White part of Japanese leek
1 half Carrot (optional)
1 clove Garlic
1 Katakuriko slurry
1 1/2 tbsp Tianmianjiang
1 tsp Chinese chicken soup stock (powder)
1 tsp Soy sauce
1 tsp Sake
100 ml Water
1 tsp Doubanjiang (optional)

1
Drain excess water from the tofu for half a day.
2
Combine the seasonings.
3
Heat vegetable oil and fry the garlic gently to bring out the flavor.
4
Add the pork and carrot and stir fry.
5
After the meat is cooked through, pour in the mixed seasonings.
6
Simmer to let the meat absorb the flavor.
7
Add the tofu and leek to simmer.
8
It's done.
9
My kids (3 year-old and 1 year-old) who love dishes seasoned with tianmianjiang, finished off the plate when I added blanched komatsuna to the dish!

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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: 1 block Firm tofu, 120 grams Minced pork, 1 half White part of Japanese leek, 1 half Carrot (optional), 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.

Simple Mapo Tofu

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