Recipe Spicy Tofu Donburi
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Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
20 minutes
This donburi combines tender tofu with a spicy mabo sauce, all served on a bed of steamed rice. This comforting, flavorful dish, with its Chinese influences, is a true classic in modern Japanese cuisine. Perfect for a simple, nourishing meal, it offers a subtle balance of sweetness, spice and varied textures. An ideal option for tofu lovers in search of new flavors.
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Ingredients
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150 g plain cooked rice
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100 g firm tofu, cubed
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3 tablespoons Mabo sauce
- 1 spring onion, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds
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A pinch of shichimi (Japanese chili pepper)
Instructions
Cut the tofu into 2 cm cubes. Drain on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Heat a little oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the cubed tofu and sauté gently for a few minutes, until lightly browned on all sides.
Pour the Mabo sauce into the pan with the golden tofu. Simmer over a low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the tofu to soak up the sauce.
Place the hot plain rice in bowls. Top with tofu in Mabo sauce.
Cut the spring onions into thin slices and sprinkle over the tofu. Sprinkle the dish with sesame seeds and add a pinch of shichimi for a little spice. Serve hot.
Recipe notes
If you prefer a crispier texture, you can squeeze the tofu before cooking to remove even more water, then fry lightly before adding the Mabo sauce.
This dish goes perfectly with miso soup or a small Japanese salad for a balanced meal.
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