Mapo Tofu (Mabo Dofu)

Name: Mapo Tofu (Mabo Dofu)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2½ Tbsp doubanjiang (spicy chili bean paste); 1 Tbsp oyster sauce; 1 Tbsp miso; ½ Tbsp soy sauce; 2 Tbsp mirin; 1 tsp toasted sesame oil; 1 tsp potato starch or cornstarch; 4 Tbsp water; 2 cloves garlic; 1 Tbsp ginger ((minced)); 2 green onions/scallions; 14 oz soft/silken tofu (kinugoshi dofu) ((drain for 15–30 minutes, if you can)); 1 Tbsp neutral oil; ½ lb ground pork ((or your choice of meat and veggies))

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:15min

Japanese-style Mapo Tofu (Mabo Dofu) is incredibly flavorful but much less spicy than the original Sichuan dish. Even children can enjoy this family-friendly recipe. It‘s a delicious yet simple weeknight meal that‘s ready in just 30 minutes! {Vegetarian/Vegan Adaptable}

Updated at: Fri, 14 Feb 2025 11:05:38 GMT