Recipe of Mapo Tofu

Ingredients

• 1 block (14 oz) soft tofu, cubed
• 1/4 lb ground pork
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons doubanjiang (chili bean paste)
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. 1

   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the minced garlic, ginger, and ground pork. Stir-fry until the pork is browned.

3. 3

   Stir in the doubanjiang (chili bean paste) and Sichuan peppercorns. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.

4. 4

   Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer.

5. 5

   Gently add the cubed tofu, being careful not to break it. Simmer for about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Season with sugar, soy sauce, and salt to taste.

7. 7

   Add the cornstarch-water mixture to thicken the sauce. Stir gently.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with chopped green onions, and stir to combine.

9. 9

   Serve your Mapo Tofu hot with steamed rice and enjoy the bold, spicy flavors!