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Japanese Mapo Tofu

A Japanese twist on the classic Chinese dish, Mapo Tofu. This recipe is flavorful and easy to make.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 400 g Tofu firm
  • 200 g Ground Pork
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoon Doubanjiang (spicy fermented bean paste)
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sake
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoon water
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add the garlic and ginger, and stir-fry until fragrant.
  3. 3. Add the ground pork and cook until browned.
  4. 4. Stir in the doubanjiang, soy sauce, and sake. Cook for another minute.
  5. 5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  6. 6. Add the tofu and gently stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. 7. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
  8. 8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Japanese, Mapo Tofu, Tofu
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