Chinese Microwaved Tofu with Minced Pork

Easy microwaved tofu that is quick to make but brings delight to both the taste buds and the eyes.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 397 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 green onion, chopped
• ¾ cup ground pork
• 1 dash ground black pepper
• 1 chile pepper, chopped
• 1 dash crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (14 ounce) package tofu, drained
• 1 tablespoon chopped carrots

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a bowl, mix the ground pork with the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Marinate at least 10 minutes.

Step 2

Place the tofu in a microwave-safe dish. Place the pork over the tofu. Discard any remaining marinade. Top with green onion, carrots, and chile pepper. Cover with microwave-safe plastic wrap. Cut a small slit in the plastic wrap to vent steam.

Step 3

Cook 5 minutes on High in the microwave, or until vegetables are tender and pork is cooked to desired doneness.