Mapo Tofu Ramen

Aug 14, 2024 | Recipes

For a vegan twist on this dish, substitute with meatless grounds.

Mapo Tofu, a beloved Chinese dish in Japan, is widely enjoyed both in restaurants and as a comforting home-cooked meal. Imagine taking this popular dish and using it as a unique and flavorful topping for ramen noodles!

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Mapo Tofu RAMEN Z

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Course: Ramen
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: keto-friendly, meat, spicy, vegan option
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Cost: $10

Ingredients

  • 1 pack Ramen Z Tonkotsu
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2-3 oz lean ground beef or meatless grounds
  • 1 tbsp chinese fermented black beans (douchi)
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp sichuan peppercorns
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
  • 2 oz 2 ounces silken tofu, diced
  • 1 pc green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a small saucepan and add the ground beef. Sauté over medium heat until browned.
  • Add the fermented black beans, ginger, garlic, peppercorns, pepper flakes, and white pepper, stirring well to incorporate. Sauté for one minute, until aromatic.
  • Heat and open a package of RAMEN Z, placing the noodles and soup in a serving bowl.
  • Top with the cooked meat mixture, tofu, and green onions.

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