Dd's Pork Tofu

 LOCAL STYLE PORK TOFU

Adapated from Dd’s Table Talk II

 

1/2 lb. boneless pork, 1-inch slices or pork belly 2x3-inch paper thin slices

2 tsp. vegetable oil

1 large onion, 1-inch slices

3 stalks green onion, 2-inch diagonal slices

3 cloves garlic, smashed

3 thin slices fresh ginger, julienne

1 1/2 TB mirin sake

2 TB sugar

1/2 c. soy sauce

freshly ground black pepper

4 oz. fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced

1 small bunch kai choy, bok choy or mustard cabbage, 1-inch pieces, stems and greens separated

1 (20 oz.) block firm tofu, 2-inch cubes, drained

1 oz. long rice, soaked in water, drained

 

In a large skillet over medium high heat, sauté pork in oil. Add onions, ginger, mirin, sugar, soy sauce and pepper. Stir in mushrooms, greens stems and tofu; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Add greens leaves and long rice; simmer 5 minutes, until no liquid remains. Serves 4.