mushrooms, minced meat and tofu

How to Make Shiitake Mushroom and Pork Tofu

Shiitake mushroom and pork tofu is a savory, comforting dish that blends tender tofu, umami-rich mushrooms, and flavorful pork. Here’s a simple recipe to guide you:

Ingredients:

- 1 block firm tofu (pressed to remove excess water)

- 100g ground pork

- 5-6 shiitake mushrooms (soaked, stems removed, sliced)

- 2 cloves garlic (minced)

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce

- ½ tsp sugar

- 1 cup chicken broth

- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

- Green onions (for garnish)

Steps:

1. Prep: Press tofu for 20 minutes, then cube it. Soak mushrooms until soft, slice, and mince the soaked stems (if using).

2. Cook pork: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high. Add pork, breaking it apart, and cook until browned (3-4 mins). Remove excess oil if needed.

3. Sauté aromatics: Add garlic and mushroom slices to the wok. Stir-fry until fragrant (2 mins). Return pork to the pan.

4. Simmer: Pour in broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Add tofu: Gently add tofu cubes. Cook for 5-7 mins, spooning sauce over tofu to coat without stirring vigorously (to prevent breaking).

6. Serve: Garnish with green onions. Enjoy hot with rice!

This dish is quick, versatile, and packed with umami. Adjust seasonings to taste, and feel free to add veggies like bell peppers for extra color.