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Mapo Tofu

Silken tofu and ground pork in a fiery, numbing Sichuan sauce. A landmark of bold flavors.

380 cal / serving 8g net carbs 28g protein 24g fat Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min 2 servings

Ingredients

Meat & Poultry
  • 0.5 lb Ground pork
Produce
  • 0.5 inch Fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves Garlic cloves
  • 3 whole Scallions
Pantry
  • 1 tsp Arrowroot powder
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Doubanjiang (chili bean paste)
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 14 oz Silken tofu
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
Spices & Herbs
  • 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a wok. Brown pork until crispy and fragrant. Push to one side.
2. Add doubanjiang; fry in oil 1 min until deep red and fragrant. Add garlic and ginger.
3. Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Add tofu in large cubes, stir gently.
4. Stir in soy sauce. Thicken with arrowroot slurry.
5. Finish with sesame oil and scatter scallions. Dust with Sichuan peppercorns before serving.
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