Mapo Tofu: Seriously Satisfying Sichuan Comfort Food -…

Mapo Tofu: Seriously Satisfying Sichuan Comfort Food -…

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Craving seriously satisfying Mapo Tofu? My recipe brings authentic Sichuan comfort to your kitchen! Easy to follow, even for beginners. Get your wok ready!

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound (450g) soft or silken tofu, drained and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
  • 2 cups (475ml) boiling water
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 pound (450g) ground pork or beef
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) Doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste, Sichuan style if possible)
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) fermented black beans (Douchi), rinsed and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Sichuan peppercorns, lightly toasted and ground
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) ground white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons (30ml) water (slurry)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) Sichuan chili oil (optional, for extra heat)

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