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Recipe of Mapo Tofu

Recipe of Mapo Tofu
Mapo 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.
4 Servings
30 min Preparation
Intermediate
Meat

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

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
  • Step 2
  • Add the minced garlic, ginger, and ground pork. Stir-fry until the pork is browned.
  • Step 3
  • Stir in the doubanjiang (chili bean paste) and Sichuan peppercorns. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.
  • Step 4
  • Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer.
  • Step 5
  • Gently add the cubed tofu, being careful not to break it. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Step 6
  • Season with sugar, soy sauce, and salt to taste.
  • Step 7
  • Add the cornstarch-water mixture to thicken the sauce. Stir gently.
  • Step 8
  • Sprinkle with chopped green onions, and stir to combine.
  • Step 9
  • Serve your Mapo Tofu hot with steamed rice and enjoy the bold, spicy flavors!

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