Mild Vegan Mapo Tofu With Jasmine Rice
A gentle, comforting twist on traditional mapo tofu featuring silken tofu and earthy shiitake mushrooms. Serve over warm jasmine rice for a soothing, plant-based dinner.
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Makes
2 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Trigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and the ginger flavor deepens overnight.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep tbsp fresh ginger (minced), bunch scallions (chopped)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water…
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Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water…
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until it runs clear. Cook according to package directions with a pinch of salt.
Look for: it runs clear
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Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil…
Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the minced ginger, the white parts of the scallions, and the chopped shiitake mushrooms. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Look for: soft and fragrant
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Stir in the shelled edamame
Stir in the shelled edamame, soy sauce, and 1/2 cup of water or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Carefully cut the silken tofu into 1-inch…
Carefully cut the silken tofu into 1-inch cubes and slide them into the skillet. Using the back of a spatula, gently push the tofu around to coat it in the sauce without breaking the cubes. Let it heat through for 3 to 4 minutes.
Allow: 3 to 4 minutes
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Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1…
In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry. Stir this into the simmering sauce to thicken it.
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Remove from heat
Remove from heat, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil, and season with a pinch of white pepper. Serve warm over the cooked jasmine rice, garnished with the remaining scallion greens.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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