Sichuan Mapo Tofu

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Salt - To taste
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon, dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water
• Chicken broth - 1 cup
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Chili bean paste - 2 tablespoons
• Sichuan peppercorns - 1 tablespoon, crushed
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ground pork - 1/2 lb
• Soft tofu - 1 block (14 oz), cubed

Let's Get Started

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and crushed Sichuan peppercorns. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces.
4. Add the chili bean paste and stir-fry for another minute.
5. Add the cubed tofu and gently stir to coat it with the sauce.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the dissolved cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce.
8. Season with salt to taste.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions.
10. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 20g
• Protein: 25g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: 5g