Yakiniku-Style Stir-Fried Mushrooms and Tofu
This Yakiniku-Style Stir-Fried Mushrooms and Tofu is a delightful dish bursting with umami flavors. The firm tofu absorbs the smoky-sweet sauce beautifully, and the array of mushrooms adds depth and earthiness, making it a satisfying meal perfect over a bed of steaming rice or tossed with noodles.
Ingredients
Tofu
- 400 gFirm tofu
Mushrooms
- 300 gMixed mushrooms (shiitake, button, or oyster)
Sauce Ingredients
- 60 mlSoy sauce
- 20 gBrown sugar
- 15 mlRice vinegar
- 1 cloveGrated garlic
- 1 teaspoonGrated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoonChili flakes (optional)
Finishing Touches
- 15 mlSesame oil
- 2 stalksGreen onion
Base
- 600 gCooked rice or noodles
Instructions
- 1
Drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture. Cut it into 1.5 cm cubes.
- 2
Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add 7.5 ml sesame oil. Once hot, add the tofu cubes in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until golden on one side, then flip to brown the other sides.
- 3
While the tofu is cooking, clean and slice the mushrooms. If using shiitake mushrooms, remove the stem.
- 4
Once the tofu is browned, add the mushrooms to the pan and continue to stir-fry for another 4-5 minutes until they are tender and cooked through.
- 5
In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, grated garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes (if using). Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- 6
Pour the sauce over the tofu and mushrooms, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- 7
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Nutrition per serving
Notes
- •Press tofu for at least 15 minutes to get the best texture and absorb the sauce nicely.
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