Seungwoo Dad's Mapo Tofu Without Doubanjiang

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Ssamjang is an excellent substitute when doubanjiang is unavailable, but if you don't have ssamjang either, it will be difficult to achieve the deep, savory flavor characteristic of mapo tofu, so be sure to have it on hand.
• Cutting the tofu too small can cause it to break easily during cooking, so it's best to cut it into large cubes for a better texture.
• When adding starch water, it's easy to form lumps, so reduce the heat, add it little by little, and stir quickly to achieve a smooth, thick consistency.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to make mapo tofu but are worried because they don't have doubanjiang at home.
• ⭐Those who want to make an exotic and hearty one-bowl meal using leftover ssamjang in the refrigerator.
• ⭐Those who like familiar yet spicy and sweet Korean-style mapo tofu rice bowls.