Recipe of Mapo Tofu
ChinaMapo Tofu is a beloved Sichuan dish known for its bold flavors and numbing spice. This recipe combines tender tofu and ground pork in a fiery, aromatic sauce made with Sichuan peppercorns and doubanjiang chili bean paste. It's a delightful, mouthwatering dish that's sure to satisfy your craving for bold Chinese cuisine.
Servings
4
Preparation
30 min
Cooking
min
Calories
kcal
How to Make Mapo Tofu
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic, ginger, and ground pork. Stir-fry until the pork is browned.
- Stir in the doubanjiang (chili bean paste) and Sichuan peppercorns. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer.
- Gently add the cubed tofu, being careful not to break it. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Season with sugar, soy sauce, and salt to taste.
- Add the cornstarch-water mixture to thicken the sauce. Stir gently.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions, and stir to combine.
- Serve your Mapo Tofu hot with steamed rice and enjoy the bold, spicy flavors!
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