Rou Jia Mo

Rou Jia Mo, often referred to as a Chinese burger, is a flavorful vegetarian twist on the classic dish, featuring spiced, braised mushrooms and a crispy bun. This delightful fusion brings together rich textures and savory flavors, perfect for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

• Fresh Chinese steamed bun - 2 pieces
• Shiitake mushrooms - 200 grams, finely chopped
• Firm tofu - 100 grams, crumbled
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Hoisin sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chinese five-spice powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
2. Add the chopped shiitake mushrooms and crumbled tofu to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
3. Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and five-spice powder. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
4. Remove from heat and mix in chopped green onions and sesame oil. Set aside to cool.
5. Steam the Chinese buns according to package instructions until warm and soft.
6. To assemble, slice the steamed buns in half and fill each with the mushroom and tofu mixture.
7. Top with thin cucumber slices and fresh cilantro before closing the bun.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade vegetarian Rou Jia Mo.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu and mushrooms.
• Contains antioxidants from shiitake mushrooms, promoting immune health.

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