Chinese-Style Ground Pork and Tofu Recipe

This Chinese-style ground pork and tofu recipe is a quick and easy dish that combines the flavors of ground pork, tofu, and Asian-inspired seasonings. The dish is packed with protein and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can have a satisfying and flavorful meal on the table in no time. This recipe is a great option for anyone looking to incorporate more Asian flavors into their cooking.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
• 1 (14-ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into small cubes

Directions

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat some oil over medium heat.
2. Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula as it cooks.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and black pepper.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked ground pork and stir to evenly coat.
6. Add the chicken broth and water to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
7. Gently stir in the chopped green onions and the tofu cubes.
8. Cover the skillet and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the tofu to heat through.
9. Serve the Chinese-style ground pork and tofu over steamed rice or with noodles, garnished with additional chopped green onions if desired.

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