Description
A hearty and protein-packed dish combining the flavors of mapo tofu with rice and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 block firm tofu, cubed
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili bean paste
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Brown the ground pork in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ginger, garlic, and chili bean paste. Stir well.
- Pour in soy sauce and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with a little water and add to thicken the sauce.
- Fold in tofu cubes gently.
- Spread cooked rice in a baking dish. Top with pork and tofu mixture.
- Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions and drizzle with sesame oil before serving.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for best texture.
- Adjust chili bean paste to your spice preference.
- Can substitute ground chicken or turkey for pork.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion