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Mapo Tofu / Chinese Mabo Tofu Recipe

A spicy and flavorful Chinese dish made with tofu, ground pork, and a savory sauce.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 400 g Tofu firm, cubed
  • 200 g Ground Pork
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoon Doubanjiang (Chili Bean Paste)
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan Peppercorns ground
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped

Instructions 

  1. Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry until fragrant.
  2. Add ground pork, cook until browned.
  3. Stir in doubanjiang, soy sauce, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  4. Add tofu cubes, simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in sugar and cornstarch slurry. Cook until sauce thickens.
  6. Sprinkle with ground Sichuan peppercorns and chopped green onions. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Chinese, Mapo Tofu, Spicy
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