Easy-Peasy Japanese+ Recipe with Ayaka

Mapo Tofu (Tofu x savory ground meat sauce ) – 麻婆豆腐

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Ayaka
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No spicy seasonings needed, so this recipe is perfect even for those who can’t handle heat! It’s a hearty, satisfying dish with flavors that pair perfectly with steamed rice ♪ If you’re an adult or love a little kick, feel free to add doubanjiang (spicy bean paste) or chili oil to taste!

Ingredients

4~5 PERSON

  • 1 pack Soft Tofu
  • 2 lbs Ground Chicken
  • 1 TBS Sesame Oil
  • 1/2 cup of green onion
  • Ginger
  • Garlic
  • Soup
    • 3 TBS Sake or White Wine
    • 2 TBS Shoyu (soy sauce)
    • 1.5 TBS Miso
    • 1/2 TBS Chinese Chicken bouillon
  • Tapioca/corn starch
  • A tiny drizzle of Sesame Oil at the end!

Directions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat. Add ground chicken, grated ginger, and grated garlic. Stir-fry until the chicken is no longer pink.
  2. Finely chop the green onions, add to the pan, and stir-fry briefly.
  3. Cut the soft tofu into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  4. Mix all the soup seasonings together, add to the pan, and stir while bringing to a boil. Cover and simmer on low heat until the meat is fully cooked.
  5. Add the tofu and cook over medium heat for 1–2 minutes. Try not to stir too much — we don’t want to break up the tofu! 🫶
  6. Finally, add the cornstarch slurry (I use tapioca starch!) and gently stir to thicken the sauce. Finish with a tiny drizzle of sesame oil and you’re done! ✨

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