Follow these steps for perfect results
ground pork
green onions
chopped
water chestnuts
diced
oyster sauce
chicken broth
aburage
salt
pepper
In a bowl, combine ground pork, chopped green onions, diced water chestnuts, and half a bottle of oyster sauce.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
Gently open each aburage pocket.
Stuff each aburage pocket with the pork mixture.
Place the stuffed aburage in a pot.
Pour the remaining oyster sauce over the stuffed aburage.
Pour chicken broth over the aburage.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, or until the pork is fully cooked.
Check the pork to ensure it is cooked through.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve in a shallow bowl, garnished with chopped green onions.
Serve with steamed rice.
Complements the umami flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Aburage is a common ingredient in Japanese cuisine.
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