Steamed Tofu with Savory Pork
Silky soft tofu topped with seasoned ground pork and crispy preserved turnip, steamed until everything melds together into one comforting dish. The pork is marinated in a savory mixture that keeps it tender and juicy.
Story
This classic home-style dish combines the delicate texture of silky tofu with the bold, savory flavors of seasoned pork. The preserved turnip adds a pleasant crunch and tang that balances the richness of the meat.
Ingredients
soft or silken tofu
400g block
ground pork
200g
preserved turnip (za cai)
50g
green onions
2 stalks, chopped
garlic
2 cloves, minced
ginger
1 small piece, grated
oyster sauce
1 tablespoon
light soy sauce
1 tablespoon
shaoxing wine
1 tablespoon
cornstarch
1 teaspoon
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
sesame oil
few drops
Instructions
1
Prep the tofu and pork
Gently pat the tofu dry with paper towels and slice into thick rectangles. Arrange them in a single layer on a shallow steaming plate. Set aside.
Combine the ground pork with shaoxing wine, half the oyster sauce, half the soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of white pepper. Mix well and let marinate for 20 minutes.
2
Cook the pork topping
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the marinated pork and break it apart with a spatula. Cook until the pork is no longer pink, then add the preserved turnip. Stir-fry for another minute until everything is well combined and slightly caramelized.
3
Steam and serve
Spoon the pork mixture evenly over the tofu slices. Place the plate in a steamer and steam over high heat for 8-10 minutes until the tofu is heated through and has absorbed the savory flavors.
Remove from the steamer, drizzle with sesame oil, and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice.
