Pock-marked tofu from The Tofu Cookbook by Becky Johnson

Pock-marked tofu from The Tofu Cookbook by Becky Johnson

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Probably the best-known Sichuan export, this dish is truly entrenched in Chinese restaurants worldwide. It is quite spicy so use less chilli bean paste if you prefer a milder taste.

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Cooking tools:

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Paper towel
  • Wok
  • Stove
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 30 ml/2 tbsp peas
  • 5 ml/1 tsp cornflour (cornstarch)
  • sliced spring onions (scallions), to garnish
  • 30 ml/2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 30 ml/2 tbsp chilli bean paste (dou banjiang)
  • 200 ml/7 fl oz/scant 1 cup strong vegetable stock
  • 1 green (bell) pepper, finely diced
  • 15 ml/1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
  • 30 ml/2 tbsp groundnut (peanut) oil
  • 5 ml/1 tsp black bean sauce
  • 1 fresh red chilli, finely chopped
  • 600 g/1 lb 6 oz firm tofu, drained

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