Like other Sichuan dishes, it’s usually too spicy for me. But I think it might help others like me if you identified which characters correlated to which condiment. It makes it hard to read and pictures take a longer time to load due to the advertisements. This was great! As I mentioned above, Japanese Mabo Dofu doesn’t include any chili or peppercorn. Marinade minced pork (or chicken) in sesame oil and doubanjiang. This particular recipe has been on JOC for almost 10 years, and it’s always been a popular one. Unfortunately, I’ve never seen Koji miso, so I’ll try mixing red and white miso myself. xo. ☹ For me it was fast and easy to make. I didn’t have doubanjiang, so I used 2 T black bean paste, 1 t sambal oelek, and 1 t red pepper flakes. My family loves it! Your email address will not be published. Hi Gwen! Not spicy at all, but that can be easily fixed. You’ll need to find non-spicy one in Chinese grocery store as it’s usually imported and no English label. Another fast, easy, and tasty meal that will be made often. [recipe] This is an adapted version of a Chinese dish originating from China’s Sichuan province, which consists of mincemeat and soft tofu cooked in a very spicy chilli sauce with fermented black beans. Wife will be happy! Hi Treena! Thank you for trying recipes from our website! xo, Simply delicious! Kikkoman Cookbook mainly introduces Japanese dishes using Kikkoman Soy Sauce. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Mapo (麻婆, mápó, kurz für 麻子婆婆, mázi pópo) bedeutet im Chinesischen „pockennarbige alte Frau“. I’m really glad that I found your website/youtube channel, it’s been giving me lots of inspiration when it comes to cooking , こんにちはLiz！どうもありがとう！ I’m so glad you are cooking and enjoying Japanese food at home! SO sorry for my late response. Were you able to find non-spicy Doubanjiang? Wish I could upload a picture to show you how it turned out! Please read my disclosure policy for details. I only really got into cooking (real cooking, not just salads!!) Hi Carol, Thank you very much for trying this recipe! But remember, tofu has so much moisture content that it also dilute the mapo tofu. For my family of four, we have plenty of leftovers. Too many advertisements. So it’s not just the sauce, but tofu affects the overall outcome too. His dad was a pioneer in introducing Szechuwan cooking to Japanese and he is known as a father of Mapo Doufu in Japan because he was apparently the first Chinese man to cook something so spicy as this dish in Japan. You can also serve the Mapo Tofu on a rice bowl, making it Mapo Tofu donburi. You’re so sweet, I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed my recipes! Thanks again for your inspirational recipes. Mix it well with chopsticks until the colour is evenly distributed. I tried the Japanese version (wonderful), but have some vegetarians in my house that love hot, and spicy food as well. I am trying this tonight!! This Vegan Mapo Tofu brings together the flavours from both Japanese and Chinese versions of Mapo Tofu. I never change a thing, as we really like the flavors. xo, I love! I’m sorry I really wish I knew. Wishing you and your mom good health and happiness! Hi Brandi! This is why I make the Japanese style mapo tofu, which is less spicy and has a touch of sweetness. Yes I had all the other ingredients! Any place online where you can buy doubanjiang? It seems to me that it will be useful for other dishes as well. But I did have one question! Thank you for your kind feedback. Thank you Nami for sharing the recipe. I prefer that it’s in, but if you don’t want to, that’s okay too. Every time I try one of your recipes I'm so happy. I bought the tube from Daiso, but it’s not a Daiso brand so it’s probably available at the Japanese supermarkets too. I don’t remember seeing doubanjiang in the Daiso here but let me check again next time. now I like to eat it. Sign up for the free Just One Cookbook newsletter delivered to your inbox! I'm eating it anyway! I have everything else! Mr. JOC will love using only chili bean paste, but it’s a bit too spicy for the kids so I combine the two. Only problem for me is that I tend to eat more rice to recover from the burn. In the meantime, I could do double back flips if I could have a knife as sharp and effective as yours. Thank you for your kind feedback. That looks DELICIOUS! Thank you for sharing the idea with us! . As you know it is originally a Chinese dish but this one could be very different from the authentic ‘Mapo Doufu’. Basic Japanese Mabo tofu recipe is a little too salty as we normally eat with steamed rice or place top of rice. You can find something for parties at home, treating guests, and everyday meals. For information about our privacy practices, please visit our website. neutral-flavored oil (vegetable, canola, etc), (227 g; or any other meat/veggies of your choice), I use 1 ½ Tbsp Doubanjiang (non-spicy) and 1 Tbsp Ladoubanjigang (spicy). I do use clean spoon every time and store in the fridge and I don’t have that issue before. Hi Yininn! YUMMY!! I wouldn’t change a thing about it. It’s a saucy dish made of key ingredients such as minced pork, soft tofu and spicy chili bean sauce (doubanjiang). Thank you so much for your feedback! I’m so happy to hear that you liked this recipe! I bought the tube from Daiso, but it’s not a Daiso brand so it’s probably available at the Japanese supermarkets too. Thank you very much for your feedback! An easy mapo tofu recipe that creates the authentic taste of China. ©2020 Just One Cookbook, All Rights Reserved. Ok, thank you for your reply, I just realized I also have the Lian How brand bean sauce in my pantry! It’s a saucy dish made of key ingredients such as minced pork, soft tofu and spicy chili bean sauce (doubanjiang). It’s comforting, texturally beautiful and incredibly tasty. I live in Honolulu, Hawaii. Yes, I hope you get to visit Japan one day too. I love cooking mapo tofu for a quick lunch or dinner. I don’t think it makes much of a difference at all. Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐) is a fiery Sichuan pork and tofu stir-fry with the hallmark málà balance of tongue tingling and spicy. I’ve already finished shooting the recipe, so I’ll post it when I finish writing it. Please let me know! Soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sake are sometimes added too. Most of JOC friends upload their pictures with hashtag #justonecookbook on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Great recipe for Mabo Dofu (Tofu) Japanese Style. , Yeah, I prefer not to use those mirin-like condiment too. Going to try this next week :-). Japanese Ingredient Substitution: If you want to look for substitutes for Japanese condiments and ingredients, click here. The best way to look for a specific recipe or ingredient? This was better than restaurant quality and so easy and quick. Another amazing recipe, thank you for sharing it! I can’t wait to eat ^o^, Hi Morgan! Hope that helps! Can’t wait to try your recipe! This easy to follow recipe breaks it down and comes together in under 15 minutes. I am into Japanese culture since I started to fly to Japan in 1984 and my Japanese language skills are around JLPTN4 level. My supermarket stocks 3 different kinds and I’m always puzzled as to which I should buy. Black bean garlic sauce is different, and it’ll taste different. You’re talking about a Cookdo package? Hi Stan! Take out, then follow this recipe, and add at the same time as tofu to heat up again. Be a blessing to everyone who crosses your path! Thank you for trying this recipe! It’s also worth noting this recipe makes quite a bit of food — enough to serve 6-8 adults. I’m familiar with Youki brand of Toubanjiang and I think we can get it in our Japanese grocery stores here. So flavorful! Hi Aino! Hi CK! Or an alternative? Sometimes I tell my PT that he must have had an argument with his wife the night before! I like miso soup (which I drink almost everyday) with awase miso or koji miso than red or white. ‘Mabo Dofu’ has been adapted to Japanese tastes and it is quite popular. Unfortunately, no, mapo tofu’s main flavor comes from doubanjiang or la doubanjiang (chili bean sauce). Hope you’ll enjoy it. You can purchase on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1TuWkik (I can only find Ladoubanjiang though). Hi September! Mapo tofu is a popular Chinese dish that originated from Sichuan. Thank you. Mapo Tofu is a popular Chinese dish from Sichuan province. This Japanese Mapo Tofu recipe was cooked using a tube of Japanese doubanjiang (chilli bean paste/豆瓣酱). Mince the meat manually is better than using the food processor. … as well as some thinly sliced deseeded dried chilli for extra heat (optional). Easily search for various recipes for fried, stewed and other foods. The common ingredients that you may not find in classic Chinese Mapo Tofu include miso (Japanese fermented soybeans, sometimes rice and barley included), mirin or sugar, and sesame oil. Stir to mix the sauce well, then cover with lid. Without doubanjiang, I feel like it’s not Mapo Tofu… to keep it authentic you must have doubanjiang taste in the sauce. My kids started from non-spicy to now half spicy and half non-spicy version. Please do not use my images without my permission. Hi David! I subtituted doubanjiang with gochujang btw, since it’s easier to get. Chicken Mapo Tofu Recipe. Calories: 501 kcal. Ingredients. Thank you, Hi September! Thank you so much for trying this recipe and I’m glad you enjoyed it! I previously saw tip elsewhere to poach the tofu before adding to the recipe. Stir frequently, without mashing up the tofu, until it is heated through. If your are a eggplant lover like me, replace tofu with eggplant, sooooo yummy! So happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you for trying this recipe! Cut tofu into square cubes (around 2cms). I’ve recently started trying to cook Japanese cuisine and have been loving your website. Seems amazing! PT not fun! Thanks Nami! Singapore Daiso is much better compared to in the US. Thank you, I love your website, so easy to use! Thanks so much for your kind feedback! Having one good knife is all we need. These dishes have been enjoyed in Japanese household for almost half a century! HI Nami, so if I want to make this dish for kids(non spicy) I can omit the laodoubanjang ( spicy) sauce?? Thank you! When I saw they were making mapo curry tofu, I knew I had to write down the recipe, it sounded too good to ignore! Add a pinch of salt to a pot of boiling water. Then I’ll try with the gochujang. I’m in Singapore and not sure if I’ll be able to find broad bean paste. After being exposed to some spice, we are now okay with half and half. Thank you for such detailed recipes and for the step by step pictures – I really appreciate that! But luckily there’s a small section of an aisle dedicate to Chinese cuisine in the local supermarket. There are several ways to make mapo tofu; spicy, mild, oily, lean, chunky, silky. But it sounds workable. Hi Shawn! My family loves this dish. I used LKK Black Bean Garlic Sauce and LKK Chili Garlic Sauce. Hi Miko! They are very different. . Hi Angelo! I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I’m so sorry to hear you can’t buy this nonspicy doubanjiang anymore. Required fields are marked *. Especially when this tube does not come with instructions on how to cook. Whisk miso paste, hot bean sauce and hot water in a bowl. Enjoy your taste with Kikkoman Soy Sauce! First, we toast the chilies. . Japanese: Ma-bou Dofu. I’m not sure how we need to adjust the flavor though without experimenting… Sorry I can’t help much. I’ve tried it with only Doubanjiang and only Ladoubanjiang, and the ldoubanjiang is definitely spicy, in a slow burn way. I made it with ground turkey and I was worried it would be bland, but it was very flavorful. Don’t forget to laugh a lot too! If you never made this dish before, it might sound and look challenging to you. xo. Mapo Tofu originated in China and it is very popular in Japan. I made this using chicken thigh I ground in the foodprocessor. A very comforting Szechuan Chinese dish. You can buy the non-spicy one from this shop. Smile and giggle lots! There are many versions of Mabo Dofu within Japan and each household cooks it differently. I’m so glad you tried this recipe and thanks so much for your kind feedback! . But if you want to keep it healthy, then you can use kitchen towel to absorb and toss. Cut the green onions into small pieces. Are you also doing “grilled” tofu? I used a chinese fermented cubes of soybean paste (which I had in my refrigerator) instead of doubanjiang. I currently live in a small town in Hokkaido, Japan, where I don’t have access to all the variety of ingredients I could buy in Canada. Thank you so much for trying this recipe and for your kind feedback. As you know it is originally a Chinese dish but this one could be very different from the authentic ‘Mapo Doufu’. I will definitely make this again! If the store carries authentic Chinese products, they should carry the one I use – doubanjiang without chlili in it. Good tofu is really delicious… I wish I can send tofu from Japan… . Thank you for trying this recipe and I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed my mapo tofu recipe! Thank you for sharing the tip on poaching the tofu! どうもありがとうございます Helga, こんにちは、ヘルガさん！ Thank you so much for following me for a long time! Japanese people love to make their own mapo tofu at home, which has helped it become a staple of Japanese … Everything we’ve made from your recipes have been winners. I know the combination is a bit unexpected but I promise you this dish is mouth-watering delicious. . I was wondering the same thing! I love all his recipes, especially his famous Mapo Tofu or Mapo Doufu. Gochujang and Tobanjiang is a bit different flavor…. I’m so glad to hear you and your family enjoyed this recipe! I saw this recipe on the Just One Cookbook Facebook page and just had to give it a try. I thought it was delicious! Thanks! Hey! Mapo Tofu Recipe Instructions (Scroll down to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients!) Hi Aleks, I’ve used ‘Mushroom Stir Fry sauce’ as a substitute for oyster sauce to great success. Heat a wok and pour in the groundnut oil. Or perhaps I’m buying the wrong ingredient! Last time I made this using only ladoubajiang, because I couldn’t find doubanjiang. , I only recently started getting into Japanese cuisine(Asian themed restaurants are incredibly scarce in my area so I’m making my own), I have tried some of your other recipes as well, it’s difficult to find some of the ingredients in my country, I can only order them online but oh it was worth it. Combine all the ingredients for Seasonings (2 ½ Tbsp Chili Bean Sauce and/or Broad Bean Paste, 2 Tbsp mirin, 1 Tbsp miso, 1 Tbsp. I am currently into Japanese tube sauces these days as they are so convenient to use and don’t take up much space in the fridge. Design by. . Hi Ciry! Slide the tofu in and cook for 1 minute. Thank you!!! For one, it’s vegan so it doesn’t contain any meat. This is not your typical mapo tofu recipe. Thanks for the recipe! Oh my gosh this dish was amazing! How to prepare the authentic mapo tofu 1. You made it simple enough that I could find and understand the ingredients and realize that it wasn’t too hard to make. Tofu is cooked in a spicy and oily, chili- and bean-based sauce, which lends beautiful bright red color to the dish. I bought this tube of Japanese spicy bean paste at Daiso for S$2. And that’s how I make Japanese-style Mabo tofu! . I could only find the chilli bean paste in the store, I suppose it’s fine to make this using only that one? Thank you. Your email address will not be published. If possible, would like to know how I can properly dilute and incorporate “gochujang” paste to simulate using the “doubanjiang” sauce? However, there are minced pork and a vegetarian version as well. As far as healthy Japanese recipes go, mapo tofu is a great dish for vegetarians (just leave out the pork mince) and meat eaters alike. This recipe uses a Japanese brand of doubanjiang (spicy hot bean sauce). Add tofu cubes. 450 g soft tofu,I am using Szechuan tender lushui tofu; 100 g minced meat-beef or pork; 1/2 tbsp. I’m pretty much sure I only ate it with beef so far even at restaurants, so I was curious as we rarely use ground pork here. Thank you for sharing your cooking tips with us! I love all his recipes, especially his famous Mapo Tofu or Mapo Doufu. So happy to hear you two enjoyed this recipe! First, I marinated the mince pork (or chicken) in 1 tsp of the hot bean sauce and sesame oil. Simmer contents for 2 minutes. . ), Hi Leo! This is another recipe that I will add to my weekly rotation. Japanese Mapo Tofu Recipe. This particular recipe is not spicy but you can enjoy the flavor of mapo tofu. It has a spicy, pungent, and appetizing flavor that goes perfectly with steamed rice. Thank you for substituting the meat to make vegetarian-friendly version with this recipe! Cause pain to get better? I’m happy to hear you liked it! Are there any other brands you know of that are gluten free? As many people have made this recipe in the past, I feel like there was some mismeasurement while you’re working on the recipe. Check out the ingredients and detailed step-by-step photos on the previous page. Simply use the recipe filter on the left to find it. If you like, sprinkle sanshou (Japanese pepper) powder on top. Also, Japanese-style mapo tofu uses sake as a secret ingredient to add flavor to the mapo tofu. If you want to meal prep, you can make the meat sauce separately and freeze. I’m not an expert in this field, so I’m not too sure. Hi Jennifer! You don’t have to use chili bean sauce (Ladoubanjiang) but you will still need broad bean sauce (doubanjiang). I regularly check these hashtag Thank you for trying my recipe! Hi Cheryl! a few months ago. Please try again and carefully measure, and no substitute. Yield: 2 servings. Thank you for your kind feedback. He was the culinary hero that brought many popular Chinese recipes to Chinese restaurants in Japan. With that, the recipe is just about frying up the aromatics like ginger and garlic, ground meat with the right amount of seasonings. Amazon does not sell the non-spicy broad bean paste, but you can buy a Taiwanese Lian How (岡山) brand at Asian markets or on Walmart (please let me know if you find this brand online). This sounds delicious and I am anxious to try it. My son and I loved it!!! Your email address will not be published. I used ‘momen’ tofu, while in the video it looks like ‘kinugoshi’ tofu was used. There are several ways to make mapo tofu; spicy, mild, oily, lean, chunky, silky. Specifically I mean the photo of the Doubanjiang vs. Ladoubanjigang. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Thanks a lot , Hello Emmanuelle! salt; 3 tbsp. I have a question about the meat, have you tried it with ground beef instead ? The Sichuan peppercorns give the signature addicting numbing kick. The original mapo tofu recipe contains minced beef. Ihave been doing Mabo Nasu with ground beef for a year now (Tried it with beef, and in France I have never seen ground pork, so this is easier :)). . I’m sure it tastes good with gochujang! I’m so glad to hear that. I guess I will just have to try and see. ‘Mabo Dofu’ has been adapted to Japanese tastes and it is quite popular. Tried a recipe from Noob Cook? Whisk the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside, making sure the miso & … , I never ate it before I saw from a website(https://www.yumchinesefood.com/mapo-tofu/) which wrote Toufu is good for hypertension, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, atherosclerosis, and coronary heart disease. As far as healthy Japanese recipes go, mapo tofu is a great dish for vegetarians (just leave out the pork mince) and meat eaters alike. In your blog post, can you identify which jar is which condiment? I make this recipe all the time following my own recipe as I can’t remember the exact measurement. Absolutely delicious. I’ve tried a different mapo tofu recipe in the past, and this one was way tastier. It was fantastic – so flavorful, and refreshing with the ginger. Let us know how it goes! I’m not familiar with other brands that are GF. I remember the packages were in my mom’s kitchen pantry too! I can’t find in Asian markets that I’ve been to. I’m so happy to hear you tried this recipe and your family enjoyed it! Will the taste be different ?thanks, It’s kind of important flavor component BUT if you don’t like the taste, you can omit it. What kind of miso did you use in this recipe? Though traditionally both beef and pork seem to be used in the original Chinese version and I just checked my Chinese blogger friends’ mapo tofu recipes and they make it with pork more than beef. Eggplant absorbs lots of oil, so keep that in mind. Thank you for your kind words! I was skeptical about the tofu but it adds a lovely, velvety aspect to the dish. I first learned the dish from a relative that lives in Japan, but every family has their own recipe variations. Here it is Mapo doufu https://imgur.com/gallery/4RQIoSx, Hi Ken! It’s very delicious. . I used to use 100% of that when kids were small, but now I do half and half. Mapo Tofu (Mabo Dofu 麻婆豆腐) - Today’s dinner is Japanese version Mapo Tofu. It’s really salty! Every time I serve this to people they will want seconds. 1. I'm Nami, a Japanese home cook based in San Francisco. Hi Nany! Hi Nami, 2 questions. So much healthier and better tasting than the store packaged version. I just made the Mapo Tofu today. Mapo tofu has always been my favourite Chinese dish. Please note the difference between doubanjiang and la doubanjiang as the latter includes chili. Prep Time: 8 mins. I miss Yokohama too… . The Japanese variant of the dish, is called ‘Mabo Tofu’. So sorry for my late response. As for ladoubanjiang, you keep it in the fridge right? I can’t wait to dive in to my (now 4th) batch of it in the last month. Hope this helps! I’m not surprised it’s a favorite in your family! Indeed, the PT exercise is so painful but I guess that’s the only way I can move my shoulder and arm once again. Japanese Mapo Tofu Recipe; Tofu with Minced Meat Recipe; Claypot Tofu with Seafood Recipe; Chinese Recipes; The sauce has a numbing and lip-stinging effect depending on how much Sichuan pepper (picture above) is added, so in the home cooked version, this numbness can be toned up and down to suit your preference. Here is how to make Cantonese Style Mapo Tofu. Anyway,my kitchen in Nice looks like yours,maybe a little smaller,but I am like you, Organized.As I always cook Japanese meals in my free time,I really appreciate your receipies.Most of all,when I cannot get the right ingredients,you explain so well what alternatives I can use.Thank you so much! The Lee Kum Kee one is cantonese, apparently and not gluten free. Still nowhere near as spicy as the original, but a bit more zip. I am using minced chicken breast meat in this recipe. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed this recipe! Look for the mushroom sauce in the same place you’d find the oyster sauce. Unfortunately we’ve moved back to australia from Japan and trying to find proper japanese ingredients that don’t make us sick is near impossible . Do you think I can utilize a pork bone base broth, add your recipe with some cornstarch to produce it? I’ve never been to Ban Rai Tei. I make sure I pick up enough paste part. Serve immediately. Thank you so much! I don’t live in Hawaii, so I’m not familiar with the Chinese stores there. I’m so glad your family enjoyed this recipe. I make this often. It can be made quickly and easily using Beef and Tofu. Thank you Nami, this recipe is great! Hi Janice! After I cooked the pork, I noticed there was quite a bit of oil and liquid in the pan. comment: Mapo tofu originated in China, but we made this Japanese-style recipe which uses Japanese seasonings. The special thing about this recipe is that almost all ingredients are used from the Korean kitchen. I love Japanese, most other Asian foods, it is wonderful to be able to figure out the authentic ingredients, and recipes. xo. The cheap supermarket Mirin I have has a lot of salt, so the dish wound up being too salty. It’s your own little theatre workshop. If yes, what kind of tofu? Looking for gluten-free recipes? I have a vegetarian friend and was wondering if I could just use tofu instead of the meat? Mapo Tofu is actually a Chinese dish, which is recooked due to its popularity in many other national kitchens. See more ideas about Mapo tofu recipe, Tofu, Tofu recipes. Many thanks! Cook very gently for about 10-15 minutes, then drain. . I managed to get hold of some soramame miso which is what proper toubanjian is made from so I was thinking I may be able to make a home made version. The tender tofu is covered in a incredible aromatic spicy sauce with bits of mushroom, zucchini and crumbled tofu for texture. SO simple and fast, and more importantly, very delicious! The original mapo tofu recipe contains minced beef. . Most Chinese restaurants in Japan serve this and also we also make it at home. Since it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare, I usually cook this dish when I’m too busy to cook a more elaborate meal. I’m just not sure how to make this recipe with Japanese eggplant. Good tools are a pleasure to use when making great food. You can basically add at the end just to warm up (otherwise tofu can become crumble while stirring). Therefore, mapo tofu is one of the dishes that is not a good fit for freezing. I hope you enjoy my Japanese Mapo Tofu! Fry garlic and ginger briskly until aromatic. The only ones I can find around me have quite a bit of liquid-y sauce, and every time I debate how much of the sauce vs only bean paste to include. Always tricky to include miso as it varies so much.

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