Mapo Tofu Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Mapo Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade for Ground Pork; 1 1/2 tablespoons tapioca starch (can substitute cornstarch); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; Other; 1/4 lb ground pork; 1 lb regular tofu (medium firmness); 1 leeks or 3 green onions; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon chinese preserved black bean (fermented black beans, also called Chinese black beans); 1 tablespoon chili bean paste; 3 tablespoons chicken stock or 3 tablespoons chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; freshly ground szechwan pepper; 2 tablespoons oil, for stir-frying, as needed

Servings: persons

Marinade for Ground Pork
1 1/2 tablespoons tapioca starch (can substitute cornstarch)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Other
1/4 lb ground pork
1 lb regular tofu (medium firmness)
1 leeks or 3 green onions
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chinese preserved black bean (fermented black beans, also called Chinese black beans)
1 tablespoon chili bean paste
3 tablespoons chicken stock or 3 tablespoons chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
freshly ground szechwan pepper
2 tablespoons oil, for stir-frying, as needed

1
Mix marinade ingredients. Marinate pork for about 20 minutes.
2
Cut the tofu (bean curd) into 1/2 inch (1 cm) square cubes, and blanch (drop into boiling water) for 2 - 3 minutes. Remove from boiling water and drain.
3
Chop leek or green onions into short lengths.
4
Heat wok and add oil. When oil is ready, add the marinated pork. Stir-fry pork until the color darkens. Add salt and stir. Add the salted black beans. Mash the beans with a cooking ladle until they blend in well with the meat. Add the chili paste, then the stock, bean curd, and leek or green onions.
5
Turn down the heat. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes.
6
While cooking, mix cornstarch, water, and soy sauce together. Add to wok and stir gently. Serve with freshly ground Szechuan pepper.

192

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade for Ground Pork, 1 1/2 tablespoons tapioca starch (can substitute cornstarch), 2 tablespoons soy sauce, Other, and more.

Yes, Mapo Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mapo Tofu

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Variations & substitutions

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