Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork (Family-Style)

Soft steamed tofu topped with lightly seasoned minced pork in a gentle soy-based sauce. Comforting, nutritious, and easy to eat for toddlers, with optional chili garlic crisp added at the table for adults. A classic home-style dish found across Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia.

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Step 1

Prepare the tofu

Step 2

Place the tofu on a heatproof plate. If using silken tofu, drain excess liquid carefully.

Step 3

Prepare the pork

Step 4

In a bowl, mix minced pork with soy sauce, water, sesame oil, and cornflour (if using).

Step 5

Assemble

Step 6

Spread the seasoned minced pork evenly over the tofu.

Step 7

Steam

Step 8

Steam over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, until the pork is fully cooked.

Step 9

Remove from the steamer. Spoon the cooking juices over the tofu.