Microwave Mapo Tofu
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This is a simple Mapo Tofu recipe that can be made in 5 minutes using only a microwave, without needing a stove. By mixing the seasonings thoroughly before adding the tofu, you prevent the tofu from breaking, allowing you to enjoy an authentic, spicy, and rich flavor.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Finely chop the green onion and cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces. → In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the ground meat, ginger, garlic, doubanjiang (chili bean paste), and sesame oil, cover with plastic wrap, and heat in a 600W microwave for 2 minutes. → Break up the ground meat and add the green onion and seasonings (miso, soy sauce, sake, sugar, chicken bouillon powder, potato starch, and water), then mix well. → Add the tofu and gently toss, cover with plastic wrap, heat in a 600W microwave for 3 minutes, then stir thoroughly from the bottom to finish.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Finely chop the green onion and cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces. → In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the ground meat, ginger, garlic, doubanjiang (chili bean paste), and sesame oil, cover with plastic wrap, and heat in a 600W microwave for 2 minutes. → Break up the ground meat and add the green onion and seasonings (miso, soy sauce, sake, sugar, chicken bouillon powder, potato starch, and water), then mix well. → Add the tofu and gently toss, cover with plastic wrap, heat in a 600W microwave for 3 minutes, then stir thoroughly from the bottom to finish.
Introduction
This is a simple Mapo Tofu recipe that can be made in 5 minutes using only a microwave, without needing a stove. By mixing the seasonings thoroughly before adding the tofu, you prevent the tofu from breaking, allowing you to enjoy an authentic, spicy, and rich flavor.
Step 1
Finely chop the green onion.
Step 2
Cut the silken tofu into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the ground pork, grated ginger, grated garlic, doubanjiang, and sesame oil, then mix until uniform.
Step 4
Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and heat in a 600W microwave for 2 minutes. (For 500W, add 10-20 seconds of heating time.)
Step 5
Remove from the microwave, break up the ground meat while mixing thoroughly, and add the green onion.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
There is no need to drain the tofu; you can use it as is. 300g–400g is the appropriate amount. 💡
Using regular miso (mixed miso is recommended) instead of Tianmianjiang allows you to add richness using pantry staples. Avoid white miso as it is too sweet. ⚠️
If you are sensitive to spice, adjust by reducing the amount of doubanjiang to 1/2 teaspoon. 👥
To prevent the tofu from breaking, make sure to thoroughly mix all the seasonings and liquid before adding the tofu. 🍳
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