Mapo Tofu (Bean Curd) Recipe

Name: Mapo Tofu (Bean Curd)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 pieces bean curd (tokwa); 1 cup oil (for frying); 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 250 g ground pork or 250 g shrimp; 1 1/2 tablespoons black bean garlic sauce (lee kum kee); 1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce (lee kum kee); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 3/4 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mix in; 1 tablespoon water; 2 tablespoons spring onions, chopped

Servings: persons

8 pieces bean curd (tokwa)
1 cup oil (for frying)
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
250 g ground pork or 250 g shrimp
1 1/2 tablespoons black bean garlic sauce (lee kum kee)
1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce (lee kum kee)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mix in
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons spring onions, chopped

1
Cut bean curd into 2 forming two triangles.
2
You should have 16 all in all.
3
Fry bean curd till golden.
4
Set aside.
5
Heat a little oil and stir fry garlic.
6
Add in ground pork or shrimp.
7
Saute till no longer pink.
8
Add black bean garlic sauce, garlic sauce, soy and stock.
9
Let simmer awhile.
10
Correct seasoning, add more chili if you want it hotter.
11
Thicken with cornstarch mixed in water.
12
Put back all the cooked tofu in the sauce.
13
Let it simmer in low heat until flavor gets absorbed.
14
Garnish with spring onions.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 pieces bean curd (tokwa), 1 cup oil (for frying), 1 teaspoon garlic, minced, 250 g ground pork or 250 g shrimp, and more.

Yes, Mapo Tofu (Bean Curd) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mapo Tofu (Bean Curd)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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