Udon Mapo Tofu - U.S. Soy

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns, divided
• 1/4 cup neutral oil
• 1 1/2 lbs medium-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1/4 lb ground beef
• 3 garlic cloves, grated on a microplane grater
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated on a microplane grater
• 1/4 cup carrots, diced
• 2 tbsp fermented chili bean paste
• 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 1/4 cup chicken stock
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tsp cold water
• 1/4 cup roasted chili oil
• 1/4 cup finely sliced scallion greens
• 1 packet noodles, cooked to package directions