Steamed Egg with Minced Pork and Tofu

Steamed Egg with Minced Pork and Tofu

This savory **Steamed Tofu with Mushroom-Pork Meatballs** is a delicious and healthy dish that combines tender tofu, umami-rich mushrooms, and juicy pork for a satisfying meal. The recipe starts with soaking dried mushrooms and blending them with lean pork, dried shrimp, and seasonings to create a flavorful paste. Silky tofu slices form the base, topped with hand-shaped meatballs and a perfectly steamed egg for extra richness. A drizzle of warm sesame oil and soy sauce elevates the dish with a fragrant finish. Quick to prepare, this recipe can be steamed in a microwave or alongside rice for an effortless yet impressive meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a protein-packed delight with a delicate texture and deep, savory flavors that will keep you coming back for more!

10 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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lean pork
100g
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eggs
2 pieces
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tender tofu
200g

The aromatics

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dried mushrooms
10g
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dried shrimp
10g

The sauce & seasonings

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sesame oil
1 tsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Soak dried mushrooms in warm water until they are soft, then chop them into small pieces together with lean pork. Add salt, dried shrimp, pepper, cooking wine, and 1/2 tablespoon of light soy sauce. Chop the mixture into a paste and put it in a bowl. Pour in cooking oil and mix in one direction.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Cut the tender tofu into slices about 0.5cm thick and lay them evenly on a plate. (If you like it salty, you can sprinkle a little salt on the tofu at this time.)

3. Step 3

Step 3
Take two slices of tender tofu and mix them into the meat paste, then take an appropriate amount of the mixture and shape it into meatballs by hand.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Arrange the shaped meatballs on the plate, break an egg into the hole in the middle of the tofu, and sprinkle a little salt on the egg.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Put it in the microwave and select the “steaming fish” option (the time is about 8 minutes), or you can also steam it with rice for simplicity.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Mix 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a bowl, heat it in the microwave for half a minute, and pour it over the steamed tofu, meatballs, and egg.

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