Vegan Mapo Tofu - Brand New Vegan

Ingredients

• 5 ounces Shiitake mushrooms
• 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce plus 1 additional Tbls (divided)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper (see note)
• 1 tsp tahini
• 1 Tbls corn starch
• 3 Tbls water
• 16-ounce block medium-firm tofu
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 Tbls Aardvark Black Bean Sauce
• 2 tsp gochugaru
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 minced green onions (whites & greens separated)
• 1-2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tsp gochujang
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 1/2 cup frozen peas & carrots