Mapo Tofu (Szechuan Homestyle Tofu) Recipe

Name: Mapo Tofu (Szechuan Homestyle Tofu)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu; 4 ounces ground pork; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon chili paste (or more, depending on your preference); 3 tablespoons chicken broth or 3 tablespoons chicken stock; 1 leeks or 3 green onions; 1 teaspoon black bean paste; Marinade; 1 1/2 tablespoons tapioca starch; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; Mixture; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 lb firm tofu
4 ounces ground pork
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chili paste (or more, depending on your preference)
3 tablespoons chicken broth or 3 tablespoons chicken stock
1 leeks or 3 green onions
1 teaspoon black bean paste
Marinade
1 1/2 tablespoons tapioca starch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Mixture
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons soy sauce

1
Mix marinade ingredients.
2
Marinate pork for about 20 minutes.
3
Cut the bean curd into 1/2 inch (1 cm) square cubes, and blanch (drop into boiling water) for 2- 3 minutes.
4
Remove from boiling water and drain.
5
Chop leeks or green onions into short lengths.
6
Heat wok and add oil.
7
When oil is ready, add the marinated pork.
8
Stir-fry pork until the color darkens.
9
Add salt and stir.
10
Add the black bean paste.
11
Add the chili paste, then the stock, tofu, and leek or green onions.
12
Turn down the heat.
13
Cook for 3- 4 minutes.
14
While cooking, mix cornstarch, water, and soy sauce together.
15
Add to wok and stir gently.
16
Serve with freshly ground Szechuan pepper.

125

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb firm tofu, 4 ounces ground pork, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon chili paste (or more, depending on your preference), and more.

Yes, Mapo Tofu (Szechuan Homestyle 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.

Mapo Tofu (Szechuan Homestyle Tofu)

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