Easy microwaved tofu that is quick to make but brings delight to both the taste buds and the eyes.
INGREDIENTS (for 2 servings):
- 3/4 cup ground pork
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 dash ground black pepper
- 1 dash crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 (14 ounce) package tofu, drained
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped carrots
- 1 chile pepper, chopped
PREPARATION:
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.
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.
Cook 5 minutes on High in the microwave, or until vegetables are tender and pork is cooked to desired doneness.