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Mapo Tofu with Ground Pork
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) of firm tofu, cut into small cubes
- 1/2 lb of ground pork
- 2 tbsp of vegetable oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 inch of ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp of doubanjiang (spicy broad bean paste)
- 1 tbsp of soy sauce
- 1 tsp of sugar
- 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp of cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp of water
- 1 tsp of Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
- 1 tsp of sesame oil
- Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Stir in the doubanjiang and soy sauce, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the tofu cubes and gently stir to combine with the pork mixture.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the sugar and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cornstarch mixture and stir gently until the sauce thickens.
- Sprinkle the ground Sichuan peppercorns and drizzle with sesame oil.
- Serve the mapo tofu with ground pork hot over cooked white rice.
Mapo Tofu, a beloved Sichuan dish, has a rich history dating back to the Qing Dynasty. Legend has it that it was created by a pockmarked old woman, hence the name "Mapo," which means "pockmarked old lady." This iconic dish features soft tofu cubes in a spicy, aromatic sauce made with doubanjiang (broad bean paste), fermented black beans, and Sichuan peppercorns. The addition of ground pork adds a savory depth to the dish, complementing the fiery flavors. Chefs like Chen Mapo, who popularized the dish in Chengdu, have contributed to its widespread fame. Today, the best versions can be found in authentic Sichuan restaurants, where the key lies in achieving the perfect balance of heat, numbing Sichuan peppercorns, and the umami richness of the pork. For a twist, some chefs also incorporate minced beef or even seafood, offering delightful alternatives to this classic recipe.
35 min
4
350 calories
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