Classic Mapo Tofu

1. 1

   Cut the tofu (bean curd) into 1 inch cubes.

2. 2

   Chop the green onions.

3. 3

   Use medium high heat to heat up a wok and add vegetable oil. When oil just starts to smoke, add the hot bean paste.

4. 4

   Mash the bean paste with a spatula, then add the paprika powder.

5. 5

   Throw tofu cubes in and give them several stir.

6. 6

   Add szechuan pepper powder and stir several times.

7. 7

   Turn down the heat to medium, cook for 3 - 4 minutes.

8. 8

   While cooking, mix cornstarch with water.

9. 9

   Add minced garlic and cornstarch mixture into the wok. Stir gently until tofu cube are covered by the thickened sauce.

10. 10

    Serve with chopped green onion garnish.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.