2 Simple Ways to Cook Creamy and Fragrant Tomato Tofu Porridge for Babies

How to make Tomato Tofu Porridge

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  Prepare the ingredients

  Wash the tomatoes thoroughly, remove the stem, and use a knife to cut the tomatoes into wedges. Then, remove the seeds from each wedge and chop the tomato flesh into small, bite-sized pieces.

  Next, place the chopped tomato flesh along with 50ml of water into a blender, and blend at high speed for about 3 seconds until the tomatoes are pureed and create a light red liquid mixture.

  For the soft tofu, use scissors to cut off the protruding part of the tofu block, then squeeze firmly so that the soft tofu inside can be pushed out until half of the tofu block is out, then stop.

  Tip: If you buy soft tofu sold in a square box, use a knife to finely chop it!

  

  

  

  

  2. Tomato Tofu Porridge with Minced Meat

  

  • Preparation

    5 minutes

  • Cooking

    15 minutes

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  Ingredients for Tomato Tofu Porridge with Minced Meat For 2 children

  Thick white porridge 1 bowl (rice bowl) Pork tenderloin 40 gr (1 piece) Tomatoes 2 fruits Soft tofu 80 gr Cilantro 1 sprig Cooking oil 1.5 tablespoons Vegetable seasoning 1/3 teaspoon

  How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Pork

  • You should choose pieces of pork that are dry with a natural pink-red color, with the meat fibers arranged evenly and a good elasticity when touched.
  • You should choose meat that has a dry surface, with a natural meat smell; selecting meat that has both lean and fat will taste better.
  • You should not buy pieces of pork that are dark red, have purple bruises, or feel soft when touched, as this may indicate sick pigs or meat that has been slaughtered for a long time.
  • Absolutely do not buy meat with an unusual smell, or with lumps on each meat fiber, as this often indicates pigs infected with parasites.

  See details: How to choose fresh and delicious pork, quality

  

  Tools needed

  Sieve, cutting board, spoon, pot, bowl,….

  How to make minced meat tofu tomato porridge

  • 1

    Prepare the ingredients

    For the pork tenderloin, wash it with diluted salt water, then rinse with clean water and mince it finely.

    Wash the tomatoes, remove the stems, turn the tomatoes upside down and gently cut the skin in the shape of a cross, then place them in a bowl, pour about 250ml of boiling water to soak for 2 – 3 minutes.

    After soaking, peel the tomatoes, cut into wedges, remove the seeds, then place the tomato flesh on the cutting board and chop finely.

    For the soft tofu, place it in the sieve and use a spoon to mash it evenly until the soft tofu falls into the bowl, then it is complete.

    As for the cilantro, after cutting off the roots, wash it clean and chop finely.

    

    

    

    
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    Marinate and stir-fry minced meat with tomatoes

    Add finely minced meat into a bowl along with 1/3 teaspoon of vegetable seasoning, 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil, and 1 tablespoon of water. Stir well to separate the minced meat and absorb the seasoning evenly.

    Next, place a pot on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, and wait until the oil is hot before adding the mixed minced meat.

    Stir-fry over medium heat for about 4 minutes until the minced pork is just cooked, then add the finely chopped tomatoes. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the tomato sauce begins to boil.

    

    

    

    
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    Complete the porridge

    After the minced meat and tomatoes are boiling, add about 1 liter of water to the pot. Mix well and cook for another minute until the mixture in the pot boils, then add the mashed tofu along with 1 bowl of thick white rice porridge.

    Mix well to combine the porridge with the minced meat and tomato mixture, and cook for an additional 3 minutes over medium heat until the porridge boils, then reduce the heat to low, add chopped cilantro, mix well, and cook for another 2 minutes. Adjust the seasoning and then turn off the heat.

    

    

    

    
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    Final Product

    The Tomato Tofu Minced Meat Porridge will have a beautiful light pink color once completed. When tasted, you will feel the soft and delicious grains of porridge seasoned just right, mingled with soft and smooth tofu and flavorful, savory stir-fried pork.

    Rest assured, this dish will help your little ones in the family change their taste and provide all the necessary nutrients. Give it a try right away!

    

  How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Tomatoes

  • You should choose tomatoes that have bright red skin, an even color, no scratches, and are plump.
  • Additionally, to make the porridge delicious, you should select naturally ripened tomatoes with a mild fragrance, which can be easily noticed when smelling, and the green stem still firmly attached to the fruit, not wilted or fallen off.
  • Avoid buying tomatoes that are abnormally large, without green stems, and with shiny, even skin. These could likely be tomatoes that have been treated with chemicals.

  See details: How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Tomatoes

  How to choose fresh and delicious soft tofu

  • You should choose soft tofu that has packaging that is carefully sealed and intact, without any tears or openings.
  • When buying soft tofu, you should pay attention to the expiration date printed on the product packaging to avoid purchasing expired tofu.
  • Additionally, you should buy soft tofu produced by reputable manufacturers to ensure quality and safety.
  • To ensure quality, you can make tofu at home using the very detailed guides from TasteVN.

  See more: How to make soft and smooth tofu, delicious and extremely simple at home

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