Mapo Tofu

Name: Mapo Tofu
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 2.0 block Tofu (medium firm); 1.0 cup Ground pork; 4.0 tbsp Doubanjiang (chili bean paste); 4.0 clove Garlic (minced); 4.0 tsp Ginger (minced); 4.0 tbsp Soy sauce; 2.0 tsp Sichuan peppercorn; 2.0 cup Chicken broth; 4.0 tbsp Cornstarch slurry; 4.0 stalk Green onion

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Broth Chicken Chinese East Asia Main Course Pork

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Step 1: Heat oil in a pan, sauté garlic, ginger, and peppercorn. Stir continuously to prevent any burning and allow the ingredients to release their aromatic oils, enhancing overall flavor..
Step 2: Add pork and cook until browned. Stir in doubanjiang. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 3: Add tofu cubes and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes. Partially cover the pot and keep a close watch to ensure the ingredients cook evenly without drying out..
Step 4: Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..
Step 5: Garnish with green onions and serve hot with rice. Arrange the dish neatly on a plate and, if desired, add fresh herbs or complementary condiments to enhance presentation and taste..

Estimated nutrition

2628.2kcal

267.5protein

91.9fat

159.7carbs

Nutrition confidence100%

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High proteinQuick cook Contains Gluten/wheatContains Soy

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