Best 2 Mabo Dofu Recipes

Mabo dofu, also known as mapo tofu, is a classic Chinese dish that combines the flavors of spicy, salty, and sweet. This popular dish is made with soft tofu that is braised in a sauce made from minced pork or beef, chili peppers, and a variety of aromatic ingredients. The result is a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed with rice or noodles. With many variations available, finding the best recipe for your taste can be a fun and rewarding experience. This article will provide you with some of the best recipes and tips for creating an authentic and delicious mapo dofu dish.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MABO DOFU - TOFU WITH BEEF

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This recipe comes from an English-language Chinese cookbook of my mother's. I have made it...easy and delicious, and better than in the Chinese restaurants. As most Chinese dishes, it is best as part of a meal of a variety of dishes and a group of people. Accompany with Oriental boiled rice. Mabo Dofu (Bean Curd with Ground Beef and Chili Peppers)

Provided by Eduardo Maldonado

Categories Soy/Tofu

Time 20m

Yield 4 side dish servings, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 packages bean curd (3/4 lb (tofu))
1/4 lb ground beef or 1/4 lb minced beef
3 tablespoons oil (or cooking spray)
1 clove garlic, chopped
3 chili peppers, chopped (or use chili flakes)
1 tablespoon leek, chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with
1/2 cup water or 1/2 cup broth
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Steps:

Cut bean curd into bite-sized squares and set aside. Heat oil and fry garlic, chili peppers and chopped leek.
Add meat. When meat changes color, lightly stir in bean curd, soy sauce and = sugar.
Cover with lid and cook for 10 min.
Add cornstarch mixture, allowing it to thicken for a few minutes.
Turn out into serving dish, sprinkle with the sesame oil and serve hot. EmmaDeer

MABO DOFU

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My grandmother's recipe for pork tofu. Serve over white rice.

Provided by sakuraiiko

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger, minced
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
½ pound ground pork
2 teaspoons chili bean sauce (toban djan)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sake
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1 (12 ounce) package tofu, cut into 1/2-inch squares
½ cup water, or more if needed
1 small green onion, chopped

Steps:

Heat the sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the ginger and garlic until the garlic just begins to brown, about 30 seconds. Stir in the pork, breaking it up as you stir, and cook and stir until the pork is browned and broken into small pieces. Add the chili bean sauce, soy sauce, sake, and oyster sauce, stir to mix the ingredients together, reduce heat, and let simmer until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 more minutes.
Thin the sauce with water as needed (sauce should not be watery) and gently stir in the tofu. Simmer until the tofu is hot and coated with sauce, about 10 minutes, stirring a few more times. Serve sprinkled with chopped green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 436.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

To make the tofu soft and silky, use a firm or extra-firm tofu and press it for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Cut the tofu into small cubes so that it cooks evenly.
Use a large skillet or saucepan so that the tofu has plenty of room to brown.
Don't overcrowd the pan, or the tofu will steam instead of brown.
Cook the tofu over medium-high heat until it is golden brown on all sides.
Use a variety of vegetables in your mapo tofu, such as bell peppers, carrots, celery, and mushrooms.
Serve mapo tofu over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Mapo tofu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It is a great way to use up leftover tofu and vegetables, and it can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, with meat or vegetables, mapo tofu is a surefire hit.