Chinese cabbage Mopo Tofu (Japanese Daily Recipe)

💗Chinese cabbage Mapo Tofu

his Japanese-style Mapo Tofu with Chinese cabbage is a cozy, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender tofu, crisp cabbage, and seasoned ground chicken are simmered in a savory blend of oyster sauce, soy sauce, and aromatics to create a mild yet deeply satisfying meal. If you're looking for a simple, comforting recipe with everyday ingredients, this Chinese Cabbage Mapo Tofu is an ideal addition to your dinner rotation.

💚INGREDIENTS 3 Serving

1 chou soft tofu

4 pieces chinese cabbage

150g ground chicken

1 tsp sesame oil

little powdered Japanese pepper (sansho)

A) 1 cup water

1 Tbsp oyster sauce

1/2 Tbsp soy sauce

1 Tbsp sake

1 tsp tenmenjapn

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp torigara soup no moto (chicken broth mix)

1 clove of chopped ginger

B) 1 Tbsp potato starch

2 Tbsp water

💛DIRECTION

1.Divide the chinese cabbage into the sem and the leaf.

Cut the stem of the chinese cabbage into 1cm thinly.Chop the leaf of the chinese cabbage roughly.

2.Wrap the soft tofu with paper towel.Add the soft tofu with paper towerl in a heat-resistant container.Heat it in a microwave for 1.5 minutes.Cut the soft tofu into 1cm cube.

3.Heat the sesame oil in a frying pan.Add the ground chicken ,Stir-fry until ground chicken changes colour.AddA .Bring to boil.

4.Add the stem of the chinese cabbage.Simmer.When the stem of the chinese cabbage tender, add the leaf of the chinese cabbage. Simmer.

5.Add the soft tofu in a frying pan.Simmer for a while.Add B to thicken.

6.Arrange the Mapo tofu in a serving bowl.Sprinkle the sansho powder on it.

Cooking Tips：
Mapo Tofu is a classic dish often prepared in Japanese homes. While it’s usually made with just ground meat and tofu, adding vegetables boosts both nutrition and flavor. Chinese cabbage is a seasonal winter vegetable in Japan and is easy to find in local supermarkets, though it may be harder to get overseas. If you can’t find Chinese cabbage, don’t worry—the dish is still delicious without it. You can easily substitute other vegetables such as regular cabbage or onions to achieve a similar texture and taste.