Mabo Tofu Recipe - Japanese Cooking 101

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

doubanjiang

💰Cheaper: chili paste

Chili paste can provide similar heat and flavor.

tofu

💰Cheaper: tempeh

Tempeh is a protein-rich alternative.

Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes.

Slice green onions thinly and set aside.

Mince garlic and ginger.

Remove seeds from Japanese dried red pepper and cut thinly.

In a large measuring cup or bowl, add miso, soy sauce, sake, sugar, and katako (cornstarch) and mix, then set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat.

Add minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper to the oil and stir.

Add ground pork and cook until browned.

Add the prepared sauce mixture and bring it to a boil.

Gently add the cubed tofu and stir without breaking it.

Once the tofu is cooked through, add the sliced green onions and gently stir.

Finally, pour in sesame oil for flavor and aroma.

Cooking Techniques

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