This Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork is one of those comforting home-cooked dishes I really enjoy making on busy days. It’s warm, savoury, and incredibly satisfying—especially when served with a warm bowl of rice. The soft tofu soaks up all the delicious flavours from the saucy, savoury minced pork. There is a perfect balance of texture and taste in every bite.
It’s also quick to prepare and takes less than 20 minutes from start to finish, making it a great option for busy weeknights. This dish is so light and healthy, yet so flavourful. It’s one of those dishes you’ll find yourself making on repeat.
Why you’ll love this recipe?
Ready in Under 30 Minutes – Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute meals.
Healthy and Balanced – A protein-rich dish that’s light, wholesome, and gentle on the stomach.
Comforting Texture – Silky tofu topped with juicy, flavourful minced pork—so satisfying.
Family Friendly – Mild and comforting flavours make it great for kids and adults alike.
Simple and Fuss-Free – Just a handful of pantry ingredients and very little prep work.
If you love this Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork recipe, you might also like my Steamed Eggs with Minced Pork Recipe.
Cooking Tips for Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork Recipe:
Use silken or soft tofu for the best texture
Steamed tofu is recommended as it will absorb the flavours of the sauce. Choose soft or silken tofu and handle it gently to avoid breaking.
You may remove excess water after steaming
After steaming the tofu, you can remove excess water but I usually skip this step as the plate is hot.
Adjust heat while cooking the minced pork.
Adjust heat of the stove while sautéing the garlic and minced pork.
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Print Recipe for Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork Recipe:
Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork
Equipment
- Steam Basket or Steamer Pot
Ingredients
- 150 grams minced pork
- 1 silken tofu
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2-3 tablespoon vegetable oil
- some spring onion for garnishing
Marinate for Pork
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
Seasoning
- 1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon abalone sauce/oyster sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon shaoxing wine
- 1.5 teaspoon cornstarch
- 125 ml water 1/2 cup
Instructions
Prepare minced pork
- In a bowl, combine minced pork, salt, pepper and sugar. Mix well and set aside.
Prepare seasoning
- Combine all the seasoning ingredients in a bowl and mix well until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Steam Tofu
- Place the tofu on a steam proof bowl/plate. Remove any excess water. Then add water in a wok and bring water to a boil. When the water is boiling, place the tofu on the steam basket. Steam on high heat for 6-8 minutes.
Cook minced pork
- While the tofu is steaming, cook the minced meat.In a pan, add cooking oil. Add garlic and fry on medium heat until fragrant. Add the minced pork, fry on medium heat until the oil starts to separate from the minced pork. Then add the seasoning. (Note: stir the seasoning just before adding in to make sure the cornstarch is fully dissolved).Sauté until the sauce thickens. Then set aside.
Combine minced pork and tofu
- Once the tofu is ready. Pour the minced meat and the sauce on top of the tofu. Garnish with some spring onions.
Notes
Steamed tofu is recommended as it will absorb the flavours of the sauce. Choose soft or silken tofu and handle it gently to avoid breaking. You may remove excess water after steaming
After steaming the tofu, you can remove excess water but I usually skip this step as the plate is hot. Adjust heat while cooking the minced pork.
Adjust heat of the stove while sautéing the garlic and minced pork.