Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 lb

ground pork

1 unit

green onions

chopped

0.25 cup

water chestnuts

diced

1 bottle

oyster sauce

1 cup

chicken broth

4 piece

aburage

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~5 min

In a bowl, combine ground pork, chopped green onions, diced water chestnuts, and half a bottle of oyster sauce.

Step 2
~5 min

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3
~5 min

Gently open each aburage pocket.

Step 4
~5 min

Stuff each aburage pocket with the pork mixture.

Step 5
~5 min

Place the stuffed aburage in a pot.

Step 6
~5 min

Pour the remaining oyster sauce over the stuffed aburage.

Step 7
~5 min

Pour chicken broth over the aburage.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, or until the pork is fully cooked.

Step 9
~5 min

Check the pork to ensure it is cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of oyster sauce to your preference.

Add other vegetables like shiitake mushrooms or carrots to the pork mixture.

Use a slotted spoon to remove the aburage from the pot to prevent it from breaking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled vegetables
Miso soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Aburage is a common ingredient in Japanese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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